The growing use of GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight management and diabetes has transformed patient care, but gastrointestinal discomfort and long-term weight maintenance remain key challenges. Emerging evidence suggests that dietary fiber supplementation may serve as a simple and effective nutritional strategy both during and after GLP-1 treatment.
During therapy, fiber can help support bowel regularity and improve stool consistency, potentially alleviating common side effects such as constipation and diarrhea. Following GLP-1 discontinuation, fiber supplementation may assist in maintaining satiety, supporting healthy blood glucose levels, and promoting weight management. Meta-analyses have also demonstrated benefits for digestive health, lipid profiles, and cardiovascular markers.
Given that most adults fail to meet recommended daily fiber intake, targeted fiber supplementation represents a practical, cost-effective approach to enhance patient outcomes and support long-term metabolic health alongside GLP-1 therapy.
Source : https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0022316626000854
