Why Flax is the High-Efficiency Fiber Your GLP-1 Gut is Begging For

A food scientist’s guide to maximizing gut comfort without heavy, high-volume meals.

In the hierarchy of GLP-1 fibers, ground flaxseeds (often called flax meal or powder) are the lubricants. While chia seeds provide the ultimate bulk and oat bran provides the gel, flaxseeds provide a unique type of mucilage that helps waste glide through the digestive tract. Ground flax is slightly gentler than chia, making it a good option if digestion…