Episode 18: Is Fibermaxxing Worth It?

In this episode, we dive into why fiber is having a viral moment on social media and what can get lost when “maxing” any nutrient becomes the goal. Using real patient stories, we review the potential downsides of going from low to high fiber too fast, the confusion created by trendy products and marketing, and why “more” isn’t always better. We also preview how we think about fiber in real life—food-first, context-aware, and focused on what’s actually practical.00:00 Podcast mission01:15 Why fiber maxing01:36 Patient stories02:58 Trend claims04:11 Why it went viral08:02 Nugget of truth09:49 How much fiber11:50 Types of fiber16:59 Prebiotic products21:54 Supplements that work27:58 Too much fiber31:32 Practical takeaways32:45 How to counsel patients34:03 Resources and wrap34:21 Medical disclaimerTo receive professional continuing education credits for listening to our episodes- visit www.theantidocialdoctors.com to subscribe. You will receive an email with each new episode including a link to the episode, a written summary, and a link to claim your CME/CEs.📖 Read the full episode summary, sources, and resources on our Substack: 👉www.theantisocialdoctors.com