Fiber is your best friend when it comes to a healthy lifestyle and feeling your best, yet for some reason it always ends up being neglected! The average adult only eats 15 grams of dietary fiber per day (you should be getting at least 25). If you haven’t been getting your fill, it’s time to rekindle your relationship with fiber.
Eating high-fiber foods aids in weight loss and relieving constipation, as well as helping prevent many chronic health problems, like diabetes and heart disease. It helps remove toxins from your body, too! Aim for at least 25 grams of fiber daily, but gradually work your way up there. A lot of people avoid foods with fiber because it can make you bloated and gassy, but that just means your body isn’t used to it. Start slow and work your way up to 25 grams or more if you’re body can tolerate it.
And don’t worry -it’s not all twigs and barley. Foods high in fiber include vegetables, fruits, beans and legumes, and whole grains. A cup of raspberries has 8 grams of fiber! Don’t like raspberries? One cup of lentils has 16 grams! There are also plenty of fortified cereals and bars with added fiber, making it easy to get your fiber and feel your best.
