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Soluble fiber. Soluble fiber is soft and sticky, and absorbs water to form a gel-like substance inside the digestive system. Top sources include beans, peas, oats, barley, fruits, and avocados. Soluble fiber helps soften stool so it can slide through the GI tract more easily.
Classically, fiber is split into two categories based on its solubility in water: Soluble fiber dissolves in water and can be metabolized by the good bacteria in the gut. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water. Another more useful way to categorize fiber is fermentable vs non-fermentable - that is, whether the friendly bacteria in the gut can use it or not. It's important to keep in mind that there are many different types of fiber, just like there are many different types of fats.