The Fibre Debate: Separating Fact From Fiction

The ATP Project 491

By ATP Science

Nick and Steve are back on The ATP Project, diving bowel-first into the wild world of fibre! Is it your gut’s BFF or a sneaky troublemaker? From chia seed overloads to short-chain fatty acid shenanigans, they’re spilling the beans (fibre pun intended) on why some love it, some bloat it, and others ditch it for a carnivore life. Grab your oats—or your steak—and tune in to discover what really keeps your gut thriving!

 As always, this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please discuss any information in this podcast with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.

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  • 00:00:00 – Fibre – History of fibre for health
  • 00:11:04 – The different types of Fibre
  • 00:14:44 – Fibre and short-chain fatty acids
  • 00:26:27 – Benefits of Fibre in your diet
  • 00:28:53 – Fibre Myths
  • 00:31:52 – Fibre and the microbiome
  • 00:37:10 – Take home message

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