Gut-friendly fiber formula gives hope to IBS sufferers
Relief could be in sight for millions of people living with the pain and discomfort of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) thanks to a specially formulated fiber that's been created and trialed by researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU). The study is published in the European Journal of Nutrition.
A specialized fiber blend developed by researchers at Edith Cowan University offers hope for millions suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to a new study published in the European Journal of Nutrition. The blend, named "ur gut," consists of resistant starch and psyllium husk, and was found to enhance gut health in IBS patients without worsening abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation.
Lead researcher Dr. Tina Yan explained that the psyllium in the blend slows down the fermentation of resistant starch, allowing it to reach deeper into the colon where it can be metabolized by beneficial bacteria, thereby increasing the production of helpful metabolites. Unlike traditional fermentable fibers, which can cause increased gas production and discomfort, ur gut enables IBS sufferers to maintain stable symptoms while showing significant improvements in their gut microbiota and reduced gut-related anxiety.
The study's findings suggest that this targeted dietary fiber blend could pave the way for new dietary approaches to help IBS patients not only manage symptoms but also actively rebuild their gut health and microbiome without worsening their condition.
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