Fiber: Why It Matters Despite What Carnivore Diet Fans Tell You

If I had a dollar for every time someone in Utah told me they “don’t eat fiber because meat has everything they need,” I could probably buy a cabin in Park City… okay maybe a tiny plot of land with no running water… but you get the point.

Fiber isn’t optional… it’s critical for gut health, hormone balance, blood sugar regulation, and yes, avoiding colon cancer.

There are two types of fiber:

• Soluble fiber dissolves in water and feeds your good gut bacteria, creating short-chain fatty acids that calm inflammation and improve immunity. Think oats, beans, apples.

• Insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool and keeps things moving. Think leafy greens, seeds, whole grains.

When you skimp on fiber, your gut bacteria starve. They literally start breaking down your gut lining for food, which is a great way to end up with leaky gut, inflammation, or autoimmune issues.

That “low-fiber, high-meat” trend might look good on Instagram, but the long-term data tells another story: higher rates of constipation, cardiovascular disease, and GI problems.

Here in Salt Lake City and Utah County, we already see high rates of gut issues, thanks to processed food diets and stress. Adding fiber (real food, not gummy supplements) can change everything from your digestion to your hormones.

If you’re done guessing about what your gut really needs, book a consult.

We’ll figure out the right balance for your body and use lab testing to make sure you’re not just following another fad.