There are two main types of fiber and each type of fibre plays a different role in digestion. Insoluble fibre adds bulk to the stool and helps food pass through more quickly and efficiently through the digestive tract. It also helps balance the pH in the intestines and may prevent issues like diverticulitis; pockets in the bowel that potentially become inflamed and lead to much discomfort. Soluble fibre attracts water and forms a gel-like substance with food as it’s digested. This in turn slows down digestion and helps one feel full faster, which is important in weight management. It may also help lower the risk of heart health concerns, regulate blood sugars and help reduce low-density cholesterol (LDL).