Let’s start with here. Talking about fibre isn’t exactly high on most people’s lists. 

Historically it’ hasn’t been seen as trendy - unlike low-sugar, low-fat or high protein diets, nobody was talking about hitting their fibre target every day.

But suddenly, fibre is having a moment.

You might have seen the term “fibremaxxing” popping up across social media, the news, and even food trend reports.

And for once, this trend is actually focussed in the right direction.

Fibremaxxing - what’s it all about?

According to the BBC, the rise of fibremaxxing is about people realising they need to eat more fibre. Which is something that nutritionists have been saying for years.

Even Marks & Spencer called it out in their food trends report, with people trying to maximise fibre in their meals by making simple swaps like choosing wholegrains or adding seeds and plants to what they already eat. 

So while the name might sound a bit much, the idea is simple.

• Eat more fibre.

• Do it consistently.

• Get it from real food.

We at Gut Wealth are fully on board with that. And if you’re not sure where to start, we’ve pulled together a simple, practical fabulous fibre guide you can actually use day to day.

UK Diets Have A Fibre Problem

Here’s the stats that matter - 96% of people in the UK are not getting enough fibre.
We should be aiming for 30g a day but most people are getting closer to 20g, if that.

Worryingly, that’s not a small gap to fix. That’s nearly everyone missing something fundamental. And it shows up in how we feel, our energy levels and our gut health.

Because fibre is not just about going to the toilet. It is a core part of how your gut and body function.

What Fibre Is Actually Doing

Fibre has lots of jobs. It feeds your gut bacteria. Your microbiome relies on fibre to function properly and without it, the balance shifts and not in a good way.

It keeps your digestion moving - yes, that stuff for bowel regularity. Not too slow (constipation). Not too fast (urgency and diarrhoea). Just working the way it should. 

Fibre also helps manage inflammation in the gut and body. Low fibre diets are linked to higher levels of inflammation, which sits behind a lot of modern health issues.

Fibre supports your immune system and your mood. We all know our gut and brain are constantly communicating. Fibre helps keep that relationship steady.

So very importantly, it supports long term health. Higher fibre intake is linked to lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and bowel conditions.

So no, it is not just about being regular. Fibre is doing far more than that for us. And adding more to your meals, and diet is about making a series of good gut choices. 

A Quick Word on Fibremaxxing

We’re all for people eating more fibre. But let’s not turn it into another extreme.

You don’t need to jump from barely any fibre to loads overnight. Your gut prefers real food, variety and consistency. Small daily choices for good gut health. 

Think oats, fruit, vegetables, beans, lentils, wholegrains, nuts and seeds.

If you want easy swaps and ideas you can actually stick to, our practical fabulous fibre guide will help

The bottom line

Fibre is not a trend. It is a basic human need. Daily consumption of fibre. And while fibremaxxing might be getting attention right now, the message is one we have needed for a long time.

Eat more fibre. Feed your gut properly. Get the basics right.

If your gut has been feeling off, this is one of the easiest places to start.