Fibre is a crucial component of a healthy diet and plays an essential role in the health and integrity of the entire gastro-intestinal tract. Fibre is divided into two main categories insoluble fibre and soluble fibre.
Insoluble fibre tends to absorb water and provide bulk in the intestinal tract. In addition these fibres such as plant cellulose undergo natural fermentation producing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) which are a key energy source for healthy intestinal cells.
Soluble fibre such as pectin, mucilages and hemicelluloses are water soluble and have broader benefits as well as providing SCFAs i.e. heavy metal chelation, delay gastric emptying, binding of bile acids and steroids and cholesterol reduction.
CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
In cases of disorders of the oesophagus it is not recommended to take fibre supplements in pill form as they may expand in the oesophagus and result in obstruction. It is suggested to avoid taking fibre supplements at the same time as medication as absorption may be impaired.
Drinking adequate water is important in ensuring the beneficial effects of fibre on the intestinal tract.
DIRECTIONS:
1-3 capsules daily or as recommended by a practitioner. Best taken away from meals with water.
INGREDIENTS:
One vegetarian capsule provides: Organic Linseed (ground) 140mg Psyllium Husk (fine) 140mg Apple pectin 35mg Kelp 30mg Rice Bran 30mg Fructooligosaccharides (F.O.S.) 25mg