Inulin, is a natural vegetable fiber, found in common foods like artichokes, asparagus, garlic and raisins. Inulin has many health promoting benefits—it is a prebiotic fiber, meaning that it is food for the “good” bacteria (bifidobacteria and lactobacilli) that live in your colon, and helps improve digestive health.

Anything can mold as long as there is moisture or a food source. Carpet, including those made of natural fibers such as wool, that is kept clean and dry shouldn’t have a mold problem.

The average American’s daily intake of fiber is about 5 to 14 grams per day. However, recommendations from the National Academy of Sciences, Institute of Medicine are that adults consume 21 – 30 grams or dietary fiber per day, depending on age and gender. High intake of dietary fiber has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease in a number of large studies that followed people for many years [1, 2].

Fiber Production: Alpaca fiber is luxurious! An alpaca produces from four to ten pounds of fiber per year. The fleece contains no lanolin, is hypoallergenic, and is usually relatively clean and dry. Many hand spinners process the raw fleece though some prefer to soak it to remove dust and debris. Alpaca fiber is stronger and more durable than sheep's wool and is valued for its unique silky feel.

Thank you for the great question. Dr. Wong's Essentials™ Chicory Inulin is made from 100% Chicory. As chicory inulin has become more popular, the market has exploded over the last few years and created such a demand on the growers that they have had to incur extra costs and have therefore steadily increased their prices over the last 3 years or so.

Depending on the individual, as little as half a scoop of Colonix a day can promote regularity. One scoop up to three times daily is the maximum dose, and it requires that you drink a lot of purified water. The Colonix fiber does not damage bowel tone, will not lead to bowel dependency, and is safe for long-term use.

Fiber is found inside the cell walls of fruits and green vegetables. From the round shape of an apple, to the majestic height of a Redwood, it's what gives plants their rigid structure. Consuming it aids our digestive system in elimination. In basic terms, fiber is plant matter that we cannot digest, which is why it passes through the body. Fiber comes in two varieties, water-soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber is found in legumes, fruits, and psyllium seed, for example.

Aim for 40 grams of fiber per day. Including a variety of whole foods in your diet such as beans, vegetables, fruits, and whole grains will help you to meet your fiber needs. Other foods such as meat and dairy products contain zero fiber.

Fiber is a natural component of many vegetables, fruits, beans, grains and nuts. Different plants contain different types of fiber, but they all contribute to a healthy digestive system.

Eat more fiber-rich foods such as breakfast cereals, vegetables, whole fruits, beans and whole grains. Add more fiber into your diet gradually, to let your body adjust. Even if you work hard to maintain a healthy diet, you still may not be getting enough fiber to notice an improvement in their IBS symptoms. That's why fiber products can be so valuable.

Fiber therapy is a treatment for constipation associated with IBS and other medical conditions that involves adding more fiber to your diet with fiber products like Citrucel with SmartFiber. The extra fiber those products deliver can change the shape and texture of stools for the better, which is why fiber therapy can be beneficial for people with constipation and diarrhea.

Doctors often recommend over-the-counter products made with plant fiber to treat IBS symptoms and other conditions. Fiber products are available in different flavors and forms, from traditional powders to "soft chews" to caplets.

Dietary fiber — also known as roughage or bulk — includes all parts of plant foods that your body can't digest or absorb. Fiber is often classified into two categories: those that don't dissolve in water (insoluble fiber) and those that do (soluble fiber). According to the National Academy of Sciences, men younger than 50 should consume at least 38 grams of fiber each day. Women younger than 50 should have at least 25 grams.