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Expert Warns: 'Fibremaxxing' Could Harm Your Gut Health
9/29/2025
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- Dr. Max Gowland warns that the wellness trend 'fibremaxxing' promotes excessive dietary fibre.
- Too much fibre can worsen GI symptoms for conditions such as IBS or Crohn's disease.
- The National Health Service (NHS) advises 30g of fibre daily, while many people consume about 18g.
- Gowland recommends a balanced approach—gradually increasing fibre intake and staying hydrated.
