did the docs say you have slow transit constipation? That's something that is often misdiagnosed as IBS - it's a really good thing that your docs had you take tests that showed the gastric emptying instead of just slapping you with the IBS label.
For IBS, soluble fiber helps regulate gut motility - it also helps regulate water content in the bowel. So, it just basically keeps the gut calm and contracting in a normal fashion - something that is otherwise prone to go awry with IBS due to the dysfunction of the gut's nervous system.
Best, Heather
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