Is Fibermaxxing Just Hype — Or Actually Helpful?

Dec 17

Have you noticed that fiber seems like the new wellness darling?

Almost overnight, influencers, headlines, and health gurus have shifted their focus to a trend called fibermaxxing — complete with daily targets, checklists, and potentially, a whole lot of pressure to “get it right.”

Join us as we take a closer look at what fibermaxxing actually is, why it’s gaining so much popularity, and what to consider if you’ve been thinking about giving it a try. We also explore what this wellness moment reveals about diet culture as a whole—and how quickly “helpful” advice can turn into another source of pressure.

Along the way, we dig into an important conversation on fiber, including the difference between getting it from whole foods versus supplements and “fiber-added” products, and why more isn’t always better, especially for digestion and gut health, an.

In this episode:

Why fiber has become wellness culture’s latest fixation
When “more” fiber helps—and when it might backfire
The unintended consequences of common nutrition messaging
How simple, balanced nourishment supports long-term health

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