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The latest health fad that seems to have gripped health-conscious users on social media is something called ‘fibermaxxing’.
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It’s being touted as an almost magical fix for gut health, weight loss, and even clearer skin.
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The trend involves deliberately consuming much more dietary fibre than the recommended daily amount – sometimes as much as 70 to 100 grams a day.
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Ramya Dhanas, a nutritionist based in Bengaluru, says many of her clients have taken up the diet after seeing social media videos encouraging people to “max out” their fibre intake.
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Experts warn that the trend is based on ‘partial truths’ and, in some cases, may produce the opposite of the intended effects.
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Experts suggest that while getting enough fibre is important, it should not come at the cost of a balanced diet or in isolation from other health considerations.