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by just better.®️ on Jul 22 2026

Fibermaxxing is having a moment: here are 5 whole-body benefits you didn't see coming.

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17 Million People. One Clear Message. Eat More Fiber!

by just better.®️ on Jul 17 2026

One of the largest dietary fiber reviews ever published analyzed data from more than 17 million people, and the findings reinforce what our founder and other dietitians have known for decades.

Regularity Matters: Let's Talk About It

by just better.®️ on Jun 30 2026

What does "regular" really mean? Get the scoop on the habits that support healthy bowel function and why regularity deserves a place in the health conversation.

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Raising Heart-Healthy Families: What the Latest AHA Guidance Wants You to Know

by just better.®️ on Jun 19 2026

The latest AHA guidance reminds us that heart health starts at home. Discover practical ways to build fiber-rich habits that support lifelong wellness for the whole family.

5 Things You Need To Know About Colorectal Cancer

by just better.®️ on Mar 18 2026

Colorectal cancer rates are rising, including among younger adults. This week’s post covers five important things everyone should know—along with one daily habit that can support long-term colon health.

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A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Shares Foundational Health Goals for 2026 (Part Two)

by just better.®️ on Jan 08 2026

In Part Two of our Foundational Health Goals for 2026 series, a registered dietitian nutritionist explores three often-overlooked areas that shape everyday health: visceral fat, chronic inflammation, and joyful physical activity, and why they matter for optimal health.

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A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Shares Foundational Health Goals for 2026 (Part One)

by just better.®️ on Jan 01 2026

What should we really be paying attention to as we head into 2026? In Part One of this two-part series, our founder and registered dietitian nutritionist outlines the foundational health goals shaping how we think about gut and metabolic health this year.

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What is Type 3 Diabetes? Understanding the Link Between Blood Sugar and Brain Health

by just better.®️ on Nov 21 2025

Could blood sugar be connected to memory loss? Emerging research points to a link between insulin resistance and Alzheimer’s — a concept some call Type 3 Diabetes. Discover how everyday nutrition choices and prebiotic fiber support both metabolic and brain health.

Can You Reverse Prediabetes? Here is What a Dietitian Says

by just better.®️ on Nov 13 2025

Can prediabetes be reversed? Our dietitian founder, Kristin Hirano, MS, RD, CN, CD, explains what that really means and how a high-fiber diet supports metabolic balance. Learn how daily habits and just better.® help make prediabetes management simple, practical, and effective.

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5 Things a Dietitian Wants You to Know About Blood Sugar Spikes …and 3 Things You Can Do About It

by just better.®️ on Nov 06 2025

Blood sugar spikes can happen more often than you think—but understanding why makes all the difference. This post breaks down what a dietitian wants you to know about how spikes happen and how simple, fiber-focused habits can help you stay balanced.

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Menopause and the Microbiome: How Hormones Affect Gut Health (and What You Can Do About It)

by just better.®️ on Oct 17 2025

Feeling off-balance through menopause? It could start in the gut. Discover how a thriving microbiome can support improved digestion, sustained energy, and a greater sense of balance every day.

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Gut Health and Breast Cancer: What New Research Reveals

by just better.®️ on Oct 09 2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is the perfect time to highlight research that connects gut health and breast cancer progression. Explore how early detection saves lives and why scientists are paying close attention to the gut health connection.

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Cholesterol and Blood Sugar: The Overlooked Connection

by just better.®️ on Sep 17 2025

Cholesterol and blood sugar do NOT operate in separate worlds—they’re linked through the same metabolic patterns. Learn how fiber supports both and how just better.® helps close the fiber gap.

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Constipation in Older Adults: What Finally Worked for One Family

by just better.®️ on Aug 14 2025

A story of relief, hope, and the kind of care that makes a real difference. See how one woman helped her elderly mother find comfort after months of constipation—starting with a gentle once-daily dose of just better.® prebiotic fiber.

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Smart & Safe Grilling: Minimize Toxins, Nourish Your Gut

by just better.®️ on Jul 23 2025

Discover science-backed grilling tips to cut harmful HCAs and PAHs—and learn simple ways to stir just better.® prebiotic fiber into marinades, sauces, dressings, and more for invisible digestive support.

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How High-Fiber Lifestyles Support Chronic Disease Prevention

by just better.®️ on Jul 10 2025

Daily choices can help prevent chronic diseases. Learn how a fiber-rich routine supports weight, heart, and digestive health for just better.® long-term wellness.

Gut Health and Alzheimer’s Disease: Insights on Fiber and Metabolic Support

by just better.®️ on Jun 26 2025

It’s Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month! Research continues to point to the gut as a key player in maintaining long-term brain health. We’re examining the connection between gut health, fiber, blood sugar, and cognitive function—including why some researchers are calling Alzheimer’s “Type 3 diabetes.” Discover how daily fiber intake can support the gut-brain axis and how just better.® fits into the picture.

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What to Know About Pre-Diabetes (and Why Your Gut Health Matters)

by just better.®️ on Jun 19 2025

The glucose conversation often starts too late. In this post, we take a closer look at pre-diabetes—how it develops, the surprising ways glucose affects energy, cravings, and mood, and how gut health plays a role in stabilizing blood sugar long before diabetes ever enters the picture.

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by just better.®️ on May 16 2025

Stress can affect everything from sleep to mood to metabolism—and cortisol might be at the center of it all. This post explores how gut health, fiber, and daily habits can support a more steady response to stress.

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SCFAs and Blood Pressure: The Microbiome Link Explained

by just better.®️ on May 07 2025

Blood pressure regulation starts in the gut. Discover how short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), produced when gut bacteria ferment fiber, help support cardiovascular health—and how just better.® prebiotic fiber fits into your daily routine to support whole-body wellness.

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