Efficacy of Fiber-Enriched Versus Fiber-Free Enteral Feeds on Bowel Function of Non-Critically Ill Tube-Fed Adult Patients in Saudi Arabia—A Prospective Cohort Study

This study demonstrated the beneficial effect of fiber supplementation in minimizing diarrhea in hospitalized patients receiving tube feeding. Antibiotic usage must be scrutinized and stopped if possible. Overall, the study provides compelling evidence supporting fiber-enriched enteral feeding, though further discussion on potential confounders and clinical applications would enhance its impact. Further, well-designed RCTs are needed to prove the efficacy of fiber-enriched feeds used in enteral tube feeding in non-critically ill patients.