Fiber Benefits: Soluble vs. Insoluble for Gut Health

Increasing fiber intake through vegetables and psyllium husk is key to preventing constipation on low-carb diets. Understand the benefits of soluble vs. insoluble fiber for boosting metabolism and maintaining long-term kidney health.

High-Fiber Fruits for Constipation

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Laura Niedziocha

Constipation occurs when the food you eat is digested slowly. As the bulk of food passes through your small intestine and into your large intestine, most of its nutrients have already been absorbed. The role of the large intestine is to extract excess water.