Does Fiber Make You Absorb Less Protein? Unpacking the Nutrition Myth
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Studies in humans have observed a small, statistically significant reduction in apparent protein digestibility (typically less than 10%) when consuming a high-fiber diet compared to a low-fiber diet. So, **does fiber make you absorb less protein**? The reality is nuanced, and for most healthy individuals with adequate protein intake, this interaction is not a cause for concern.
