Fibremaxxing in 2026: Why Health Experts Call Fibre the New Protein

Fibre is the new protein, as social media trends continue to go big on ‘fibremaxxing.’ It has many health benefits that go beyond digestion, especially for women. There’s also a list of foods that can be incorporated into your daily meals if you want to increase your intake. Fibremaxxing trend refers to increasing fibre intake in a day by adding it to every meal or snack. (Picture Credit: Pexels) Fibremaxxing trend promotes adding fibre to every meal for health benefits Fiber helps digestion, heart health, weight management, and hormone balance. Adults need 25-38g of fiber daily; lentils, oats, and figs are good sources. Gursimran Kaur Banga is a Delhi-based content creator, editor and storyteller. Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!