Constipation and Fiber: Why Adding More Makes Things Worse
We’ve been told for decades that fiber prevents constipation, but science tells a different story. A 2012 clinical trial showed that removing fiber actually resolved constipation in every single patient. Nutrition researcher Zoë Harcombe explains why fiber isn’t essential, how it can block nutrient absorption, and why history and cereal marketing—not science—gave fiber its false health halo. If you’ve ever felt worse after eating more fiber, you’re not alone. The fiber myth deserves to be questioned.
The Fiber Myth: Why We’ve Been Misled About What Our Bodies Really Need
Is fiber really good for you? Nutrition researcher Dr. Zoë Harcombe exposes why fiber isn’t essential, how it can block nutrient absorption, and why decades of fiber hype were built to sell carbs. Discover why animal foods provide true gut health and why it’s time to question the fiber myth.
The Truth About Fiber: How It Became Big Business and Why Your Body Doesn’t Actually Need It
Think you need fiber for healthy digestion? Discover the truth about how fiber became a billion-dollar industry—and why your body may function better without it. Learn what science says about fiber, nutrient absorption, and real gut health.
Rethinking Fiber: Embracing a Nutrient-Dense, Meat-Based Diet
Challenging the conventional wisdom on dietary fiber, this article explores the scientific evidence supporting a meat-based, nutrient-dense diet for optimal health.