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Fiber supplements while fasting: Helpful or harmful?

Eating and Fasting · 1 min read · Mar 22, 2025
Fasting is primarily intended to give the digestive system and stomach a chance to rest and allow the body time to repair. Therefore, it’s best to avoid stimulating digestion with anything other than calorie-free water and black coffee. It's advisable to save fiber supplements for when you are eating, though it's recommended to obtain fiber from natural foods. Fresh vegetables and fruits are your best bet. During fasting, you can plan to eat the foods you especially crave during the eating phase. It’s not about avoiding them all day; rather, it’s about eating them at the right time. With the right mindset, you'll find it easier to stay mentally balanced and more committed to your fasting regimen.

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