51. Will carbohydrates give me Diabetes? The CGM episode!

Fiber's Role

Paul Saladino shares his critical perspective on fiber, suggesting that its removal can alleviate idiopathic constipation. He cites a study where 100% of participants who eliminated fiber resolved their constipation, a result not seen in those who maintained fiber in their diets 1. Paul argues that fiber is not essential for nutrient absorption and may even hinder it, advocating for a diet rich in animal foods and low in fiber 1.

The take home is that in the group in which fiber was completely stopped, 100% of people resolved idiopathic constipation.

--- Paul Saladino

He further discusses his personal experiences and findings from his CGM experiment, which reinforced his belief that fiber is unnecessary and potentially harmful 2.

   

Hormonal Effects

Paul also explores the hormonal implications of fiber consumption, referencing studies that link high fiber intake to reproductive issues in women. He notes that increased fiber can disrupt hormonal cycles, leading to conditions like anovulation 2. Kara Collier adds that a low-fiber diet can relieve gastrointestinal symptoms for many, although it may not be necessary for everyone 3.

Dietary fiber consumption was inversely associated with hormone concentrations positively associated with the risk of anovulation in females.

--- Paul Saladino

Paul emphasizes that while fiber might not harm everyone, it does not provide significant benefits and could potentially deplete essential minerals 2.