Increase your dietary high fibre food intake
You may have heard that dietary fiber is important for your overall health and the health of your digestive system. Dietary fiber is composed of the parts of plants that your body cannot digest and is sometimes separated into two categories in the nutrition facts box on the food label, soluble and insoluble fiber.
According to the American Heart Association, soluble fibers may help reduce LDL or “bad” cholesterol when combined with a diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol. Studies show that people who consume diets that are high in overall fiber intake tend to weigh less. These findings may result from the fact that foods which are important sources of fiber in the diet include whole grains, whole fruits and vegetables, and legumes – all foods which tend to have a large volume for the amount of calories they contain and therefore can help fill you up.
Five simple ways to increase high fibre food in your diet
Remember, it is important to increase your fiber intake slowly to allow your digestive system to adapt
Begin with a cereal that's a good source of fiber like oatmeal or another whole grain that contains 2.5 or more grams of fiber per serving. It is a great way to begin a healthy day!
If you're having oatmeal for breakfast, try adding some whole or sliced fruit, such as bananas or blackberries, to help with your overall intake of fiber.
If a label says that the product is "rich in," "excellent source of" or "high in" fiber, it means that the product provides 5 or more grams of fiber per serving. Also, look to see whether whole wheat or another whole grain is listed as the first ingredient to ensure that the product is a source of whole grain.
Snack on fruit and nuts – Dried fruit or nuts can make convenient, healthy and fiber filled snacks when you're on the go.
Peel Appeal – Keep the peels on your fruits and vegetables to boost healthy fiber intake from whole food sources.
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