2026 Is the Year of Fibre

The 2026 food fad is looking at fibre, and we are on board.  

Protein still matters. It supports muscle, recovery, hormones, and satiety. But the hyper-focus on protein over the last decade quietly pushed another essential nutrient to the sidelines.

In today’s society, diets are often falling short of the required fibre, which shows up in poorer digestion, immunity, blood sugar balance, and long-term health.

Fibre does far more than digestion

Fibre’s reputation has been unfairly reduced to one function. In reality, its impact is deeply systemic.

When fibre intake is adequate, it:

• Feeds the gut microbiome – supporting immunity, metabolism, and even cognitive health
• Stabilises blood sugar – slowing digestion and reducing energy crashes
• Enhances satiety – helping regulate appetite and cravings naturally
• Reduces inflammation – addressing a root contributor to chronic disease
• Supports mood and mental clarity – through the gut-brain connection

This is why fibre is now being recognised not as a digestive aid, but as a cornerstone of whole-body resilience.

Why “fibre-first” eating is rising in 2026

A new phrase is circulating: fibremaxxing.

But unlike fleeting wellness buzzwords, this shift is grounded in something deeper.

People are no longer asking only: “How much protein does this have?”

They’re asking:

• Will this nourish my gut?
• Does this support stable energy?
• Is this food actually working for my body?

Fibre-forward eating isn’t about supplements or shortcuts. It’s about choosing foods that support the body on multiple levels – vegetables, legumes, seeds, whole grains, and diverse plants that do more than one job.

It’s nourishment with intention.

How much fibre do we need?

Most health guidelines suggest around 30 grams per day for adults.

Rather than counting obsessively, the more sustainable approach is diversity.

Different plants feed different microbes, and variety is what allows the system to thrive. If something feels repetitive or uninspiring, that’s an invitation to get creative – not restrictive.

Protein isn’t out. Fibre makes it work better. 

Fibre supports the systems that allow strength to last.

In 2026, wellness looks less like extremes and more like integration – whole foods, plant diversity, and a deeper awareness of how nutrition feels, not just how it’s measured.

Fibre has always been essential. This year, we’re finally treating it that way.