Frazzled by Fibers? Deciphering Which, When, and Why With the GI-MAP®
Are you unsure about the different types of fibers and their impact on gut health You’re not alone. Many practitioners struggle with how to effectively use fiber in their patient protocols.
Join us on November 13 at 2 PM as Natalie Groenewoud, ND, and Alea Bell, ND, demystify the complexities of fiber, empowering you to make informed decisions about fiber prescription in your practice.
In this webinar, you’ll discover the key differences between dietary and functional fibers and how they influence digestion, the microbiome, and overall gut health. Learn when to introduce fiber support, what GI‑MAP® patterns indicate its need, and how fiber promotes balanced gut health in your patients.
Key Learning Objectives
- Clarify fiber terminology and properties, including fermentability, solubility, viscosity, prebiotic fibers, and more
- Explore dietary and functional fibers—understanding benefits, cautions, and indications for different patient needs
- Review GI‑MAP case studies to identify patterns and clinical indications for fiber support, including for fiber-sensitive patients
Natalie Groenewoud, ND
Dr. Natalie Groenewoud is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and Medical Consultant. She has been in practice for over a decade, and her areas of clinical interest and focus are women's wellness and gastrointestinal health. Dr. Groenewoud always works with the premise that the body is self-correcting. She works through her patients' cases by supporting deficiencies and removing environmental, lifestyle, nutritional, or physical roadblocks preventing them from getting back into a homeostatic state. When she isn't seeing patients or consulting with Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, she can be found in the mountains exploring with her young family.
Alea Bell, ND
Dr. Bell is a Naturopathic Doctor and member of the Clinical Education team at Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory. She has been working in the healthcare field for 20 years and in clinical practice for over ten years. Her practice focus includes gastrointestinal health, hormonal imbalances, and pediatrics. Dr. Bell has a passion for researching and educating within the field of gastrointestinal health and the gut microbiome. She enjoys conveying this knowledge in her GI-MAP clinical consults with practitioners and educational webinars to help clinicians achieve optimal clinical outcomes. In her free time, Dr. Bell can be found on the ski hill with her family or exploring the coastline in the Pacific Northwest.
The opinions expressed in this presentation are the author's own. Information is provided for informational purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for personal advice provided by a doctor or other qualified health care professional. Patients should not use the information contained herein for diagnosing a health or fitness problem or disease. Patients should always consult with a doctor or other health care professional for medical advice or information about diagnosis and treatment.