01/22/2026
Dietary fiber from fruits and vegetables plays a central role in bowel health by improving stool bulk, softness, and transit time.
Soluble fiber, found in foods such as oats, apples, citrus fruits, beans, and carrots and in supplements like psyllium, acacia fiber, and inulin, helps nourish beneficial gut bacteria and supports stool consistency.
Insoluble fiber, abundant in vegetables, leafy greens, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and fruit skins and available in supplements such as oat hull and cellulose, promotes regular bowel movements by increasing stool bulk.
Together, both food-based and supplemental fibers support regularity, microbial balance, and overall intestinal health.
