Fibre is an essential nutrient for human health that has short and long-term benefits1. Despite this, most children, including those with disease-related malnutrition receiving nutrition support, fall short of daily recommended intakes. Evidence to support restriction of fibre in specific disease states is lacking, however, healthcare professionals (HCPs) often advise low fibre diets.
A recent review evaluated evidence underpinning current fibre recommendations in healthy children, and those requiring nutritional support1. The microbiome and the role of fibre in maintaining health within and beyond the gut were considered. This article provides a summary of the consensus statements arising from the review and offers some practical suggestions on how to apply in clinical settings.
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