Tag: Fecal bulk

A study published in the *American Journal of Clinical Nutrition* found that consuming refined cellulose significantly increased both wet and dry fecal weight in subjects. This evidence confirms that yes, cellulose increases fecal bulk by remaining largely undigested and acting as 'roughage' in the digestive tract.

Over 90% of adults don't consume the recommended amount of daily fiber, a crucial nutrient for a healthy digestive system. Understanding how fiber functions, and specifically, **does insoluble fiber increase fecal bulk?**, is key to improving gut health and regularity.