Evidence supporting the use of: Fiber Blend
For the health condition: Metabolic Syndrome
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
The use of fiber blends to support or treat Metabolic Syndrome is justified by scientific evidence. Metabolic Syndrome is a cluster of conditions—including increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels—that together increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Dietary fiber, particularly when consumed as a blend of soluble and insoluble fibers, has been shown in numerous clinical studies to positively impact several components of Metabolic Syndrome.
Soluble fibers (such as psyllium, beta-glucan, and inulin) can slow the absorption of sugar and improve blood sugar levels, while also helping to lower cholesterol by binding to bile acids in the gut. Insoluble fibers contribute to satiety and may help with weight management, which is a crucial factor in metabolic health. Meta-analyses and systematic reviews have demonstrated that increased intake of dietary fiber is associated with reductions in fasting blood glucose, LDL cholesterol, and body weight, as well as improved insulin sensitivity. Fiber blends often combine both types to maximize these benefits.
While fiber supplementation is not a standalone treatment, it is widely recommended as part of lifestyle interventions for Metabolic Syndrome by organizations such as the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association. The evidence base is robust and continues to grow, supporting the use of fiber blends as a scientifically validated adjunct in managing Metabolic Syndrome.
Other ingredients used for Metabolic Syndrome
7-hydroxymatairesinol (HMR)7-Keto-DHEA
acai berry
akkermansia muciniphila
algal oil
alpha-glycosyl isoquercitrin
alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)
anchovies
anthocyanins
asparagus
bacillus subtilis
banaba
barley
berberine
Beta-Glucan
beta-sitosterol
bifidobacterium longum
bitter melon
black garlic
blueberry
brussel sprouts
butyrate triglyceride
campesterol
camu camu
canola oil
caterpillar mushroom
chia seed
chokeberry
chromium
cinnamon
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
turmeric
curcumin
DHA (docosahexaeonic acid)
DPA (docosapentaenoic acid)
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
fisetin
flaxseed
fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
ginger
glucomannan
guar gum
hydroxycitric acid
inulin
krill oil
l-carnitine
lactobacillus helveticus
licorice root
mackerel
maitake mushroom
maqui berry
matcha
medium chain triglycerides (MCT)
moringa
naringin
nicotinamide riboside
oleanolic acid
oleic acid
olive
omega-3 fatty acids
omega-7 fatty acids
omega-9 fatty acids
oyster mushroom
palmitoleic acid
quinoa
red yeast rice
reishi mushroom
resveratrol
rye
sardines
spirulina
tocotrienols
trans-pterostilbene
Urolithin A
vanadium
vanadyl sulfate
vitamin C
vitamin D
wheat grass
whey protein
xylooligosaccharides
zinc
β-nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN)
algae
kidney beans
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
1-deoxynojirimycin
15,16-Dihydrotanshinone I
12-methylcarnosic acid
3-desoxy-7-KETO-DHEA
4-hydroxyisoleucine
5,7-Dimethoxyflavone
6-Paradol
Alpha Glucans
Ankaflavin
Apigenin
Aronia melanocarpa
Antrodia camphorata
Auricularia
Antirrhinin
Avocado
Ascophyllum nodosum
Acacetin
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Astragaloside
anthocyanidins
Ampelopsin
Alpha phytosterol
Algal protein
Arabinoxylan
alpha Methyl Tetradecylthioacetic Acid
Arjunolic acid
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Beta-hydroxybutyrate
Blakeslea trispora
Bean
Betanin
Brazil nut
Charantin
California chia
Cardarine
Cyanobacteria
Capsinoids
Cyanidin
chlorogenic acid
Capsiate
Chitin-Glucan Complex
Calanus finmarchicus
Crocetin
Cynaropicrin
Cystoseira canariensis
corosolic acid
Crypthecodinium
Carnosic acid
Docosahexaenoic Acid
Dunaliella
Dihydrocapsiate
Dragon Fruit
Dihydrolipoic Acid
D-Pinitol
Diosgenin
Ergothioneine
Ecklonia
peanut
Pistachio
Other health conditions supported by Fiber Blend
Abdominal PainAppetite (deficient)
Cholesterol (high)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Diverticulitis
Gas and Bloating
Hemorrhoids
Hypertension
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome
Sugar Cravings
Triglycerides (high)