You may have heard fiber is important, or that you need to eat more fiber. But why is fiber good for you? And how can you get enough fiber in your diet? Discover the health benefits of this essential nutrient. Plus, find out what the top fiber-rich foods are and get a sample meal plan to easily meet your optimal daily fiber intake.
One of the things Tracy and I have been tracking this past year, along with our 3 essential macronutrients, is our dietary fiber. The 2010 Dietary Guileless for Americans recommends a minimum of 25 grams of fiber per day for women, 38 grams per day for men. Chances are if you’re not paying attention to your fiber intake, you’re probably far below the recommended amount. Increasing your dietary fiber is beneficial for many reasons, most importantly for heart health, lowering cholesterol, keeping bowl movements regular, and to keep you fuller, longer. I’m going to share with you some common, easy to find foods, that you can start eating today to increase your daily fiber intake. There are two different kinds of fiber: soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber dissolves in water and slows down digestion. Soluble fiber is the kind of fiber that will keep you feeling full over a longer period of time. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve and remains intact throughout the digestive process. Insoluble fiber is what will help you to get things moving, if you know what I mean…Both types of fiber are equally beneficial and should be incorporated into your diet. As you work to increase your […]
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What is fiber? Fiber is the portion of plant-derived food that cannot be completely broken down by human digestive enzymes in the small intestine. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that your body can’t digest. Types
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You know that you should be eating more high-fiber meals, but do you know what fiber is? We asked a dietitian for all the essential info, plus rounded up 14 of our favorite high-fiber recipes to get you started.
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These high-fiber high-protein meals will keep you satiated! These are perfectly balanced healthy recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
These high-fiber meals, including Beef & Bean Sloppy Joes, Grilled Pizza with Prosciutto and Salmon-Stuffed Avocados all contain 8 or more grams of fiber to help you reach the daily amount of fiber recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans—25 grams for women and 30 grams for men.
You know that you should be eating more high-fiber meals, but do you know what fiber is? We asked a dietitian for all the essential info, plus rounded up 14 of our favorite high-fiber recipes to get you started.
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Remedies for constipation include heavy fiber food, laxatives, apple, water, and many more other products. Adding them in your routine will make you poop fast.