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Does High-fiber foods Affect Probiotics?
May affect absorption or how you feel
The short answer
While fiber is generally prebiotic, very high fiber intake can accelerate GI transit, reducing the time for probiotic colonization.
How to arrange timing
Take probiotics at least 1 hour apart from very high-fiber meals for better colonization.
Reference
Reference noted for this food and supplement combination: Examine.com
Important context
The effect can also change with food amount, supplement dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.