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Acacia, Organic Powder
Label amount: 6,500 mg
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Acacia fiber
Also called: Gum arabic, gum acacia, Acacia senegal
A gentle soluble fiber from the sap of acacia trees. It dissolves without gelling and feeds healthy gut bacteria, often with less gas than other fibers.
Medical Disclaimer
Supplements can interact with medications and aren't right for everyone, especially during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with a chronic condition. Ask your provider before you start.
Studied for
- Constipation or loose stools
- Feeding healthy gut bacteria (a prebiotic)
- IBS, when other fibers cause gas or bloating
- Adding fiber to drinks without thickening them
Found naturally in
- Gum arabic, used in small amounts to thicken soft drinks and candy
- Other soluble fiber: oats
- Beans and lentils
- Chia and ground flax
Label red flags
- Added sugar, artificial sweeteners, or dyes
- No third-party testing for heavy metals
Check with a provider
- Taking any medicine. Fiber can slow how medicines are absorbed, so separate them by at least 2 hours.
- Gas or bloating can occur at first. Start with a small amount and drink plenty of water.
- Trouble swallowing, a narrowed bowel, or a history of bowel blockage
Supplements that contain it
One product in the Lesher Wellness store lists acacia fiber on the label.
Medical Disclaimer
Check with your provider before taking any of these, especially if you're pregnant or take medications.
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Dr. Lesher is a Naturopathic Doctor who focuses on autoimmune and chronic conditions in women. Since 2020, she's helped hundreds of patients stop managing symptoms and start healing.