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School of Medicine, Family Medicine answered. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has symptoms that include irregularity in timing and consistency of bowel movements. There can be diarrhea, constipation or both associated with IBS. Fiber can help with these symptoms in several ways. Fiber helps to move the material through the GI tract, which helps with symptoms of constipation. Also, fiber is considered a bulking agent, which helps absorb water and decrease diarrhea.
1 Some herbs and dietary supplements can cause diarrhea. 2  Discuss diarrhea medication options with your doctor. 3  Imodium or other anti-diarrheal medications may allow for a less restrictive with diet. 4  Supplement your diet with psyllium, guar gum, inulin, or another soluble fiber product as soon as possible.