{"id":59593,"date":"2025-04-09T18:06:17","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T18:06:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cdhf.staging.not4prod.com\/?p=59593"},"modified":"2025-05-06T14:42:44","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T14:42:44","slug":"ibs-c-and-fibre-why-its-not-as-simple-as-just-eat-more-fibre","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cdhf.ca\/en\/ibs-c-and-fibre-why-its-not-as-simple-as-just-eat-more-fibre\/","title":{"rendered":"IBS-C and Fibre: Why It\u2019s Not as Simple as &#8220;Just Eat More Fibre&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) and are following a recommended IBS-C diet but still feel bloated, backed up, or frustrated\u2014you\u2019re not alone. You\u2019ve probably heard that more fibre is the solution\u2014but for many people with IBS-C, it&#8217;s not that simple. This article breaks down why fibre doesn\u2019t always help right away, what to focus on first, and how to reintroduce fibre in a way that works with your body\u2014not against it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Fibre Doesn\u2019t Always Work on an IBS-C Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fibre is an essential part of any IBS-C diet. However, if stool isn\u2019t moving through your colon efficiently, adding fibre can actually make symptoms such as bloating &amp; gas worse! Think of your digestive system like a conveyor belt\u2014if it&#8217;s not moving, <a href=\"https:\/\/cdhf.ca\/en\/fibre-and-its-benefits\/\">fibre<\/a> just adds to the backup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Support Gut Motility First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you increase fibre, get things moving with these habits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A Morning Routine to Support Motility:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wake at the same time each day and eat within an hour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drink a warm beverage in the morning (e.g., tea or coffee).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a calm, fibre-containing breakfast and relax afterwards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sit on the toilet 15\u201320 minutes after eating and take deep breaths.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eat a Regular Intervals: <\/strong>Aim to eat every 3\u20134 hours to help regulate gut motility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hydration: <\/strong>Stay hydrated\u2014aim for 2\u20132.5L of water daily.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily gentle movement:<\/strong> walking is an excellent way to help stimulate your bowels &amp; to release trapped gas, which may be contributing to bloating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Try gentle stimulators<\/strong>: kiwi, ginger tea, warm liquids, or a small amount of fat like olive oil.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re very backed up, these strategies might not be enough (but are still essential in the long-run). In this case, strategic laxative support\u2014when supervised by a practitioner\u2014can help to clear out stool and allow for the lifestyle factors mentioned above to work their magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdhf.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Banners-for-Website-Size-2025-04-09T140311.016-1024x461.webp\" alt=\"ibs-c diet fibre foods\" class=\"wp-image-59596 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdhf.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Banners-for-Website-Size-2025-04-09T140311.016-1024x461.webp\" alt=\"ibs-c diet fibre foods\" class=\"wp-image-59596 lazyload\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Add Fibre Slowly (Once You\u2019re Bowels Are Moving)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once motility improves and you&#8217;re having more regular bowel movements, gradually build fibre back in. Focus on soluble fibre first, which softens stool and supports beneficial gut bacteria. Here are some examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chia seeds or soaked flaxseed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooked oats or lentils<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooked carrots or squash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ripe banana &amp; kiwi fruit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Psyllium husk (start with \u00bd tsp and increase slowly)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Still Struggling with Fibre?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re still bloated or uncomfortable, pause and reassess. Your progress may be limited due to one of several underlying factors that need to be addressed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cdhf.ca\/en\/gut-directed-hypnotherapy-for-ibs-a-dietitians-comparative-review-of-nerva-and-regulora-experiences\/\">Visceral hypersensitivity<\/a> (sensitive gut nerves)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chronic stress or not enough \u201crest &amp; digest\u201d time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low calorie intake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irregular meal patterns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pelvic floor dysfunction (trouble fully emptying bowels)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Work with a healthcare provider to address these barriers and create a personalized plan. You may benefit from using a gentle fibre supplement like PHGG while working on the above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Big Picture in IBS-C<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before we wrap up, it\u2019s important to recognize that fibre is just one part of the picture. Long-term success with IBS-C isn\u2019t about quick fixes\u2014it requires a personalized plan that supports <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cdhf.ca\/en\/ways-our-mind-and-gut-are-connected\/\">gut-brain communication<\/a><\/strong> and addresses your unique needs. That means combining dietary strategies with lifestyle shifts, nervous system regulation, and sometimes even medication. By building a strong foundation first\u2014then introducing fibre slowly and strategically\u2014you can create lasting progress instead of repeated setbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Tips for Long-Term Fibre Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rotate your fibres\u2014variety feeds different gut bacteria.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase slowly\u2014add 3\u20135g per week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay active\u2014daily gentle movement helps bowel regularity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be patient\u2014fibre is part of a long-term strategy, not a quick fix.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">References<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Black, C. J., Burr, N. E., Camilleri, M., Quigley, E. M. M., Moayyedi, P., &amp; Ford, A. C. (2021). Efficacy of pharmacological therapies in irritable bowel syndrome with constipation: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. Gut, 70(6), 1051\u20131059. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1136\/gutjnl-2020-322163<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canadian Society of Intestinal Research. (2023). IBS-C and fibre: Why it matters. https:\/\/badgut.org\/information-centre\/a-z-digestive-topics\/ibs\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. (2021). Irritable bowel syndrome in adults: Diagnosis and management. https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/guidance\/cg61<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2022). Treatment for constipation. https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/digestive-diseases\/constipation\/treatment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rej, A., &amp; Aziz, Q. (2020). Psychological and behavioural therapies in irritable bowel syndrome. Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, 35(1), 31\u201338. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/jgh.14911<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) and are following a recommended IBS-C diet but still feel bloated, backed up, or frustrated\u2014you\u2019re not alone. You\u2019ve probably heard that more fibre is the solution\u2014but for many people with IBS-C, it&#8217;s not that simple. 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