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There are two different kinds of fibers: soluble and insoluble. The insoluble one is the most important for your gut and the one in the article. This fiber you

There are two different kinds of fibers: soluble and insoluble. The insoluble one is the most important for your gut and the one in the article. This fiber you will only find in vegetables and fruits, in particular in sturdy ones such as beans, nuts and full grains.

wtetzner 5y ago
Isn’t soluble fiber what feeds your gut bacteria?
- misja111 5y ago
  Your gut bacteria are already getting plenty of food, but to digest the food efficiently, they also need something to hold on to. This is the function of the insoluble fibers.
  - wtetzner 5y ago
    Do you have a source on this? It doesn't match my understanding.