Where Do You Really Get Your Fiber From? Let’s Find Out! Are You Eating It Right?
Let’s uncover where you REALLY get your fiber from and how to make it work for you!
The Fiber Mystery!
We hear it all the time: “Eat more fiber!” But where exactly does it come from? And are you getting enough of the right kind? Let’s break it down!
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Natural vs. Processed Fiber
Natural (whole foods) & processed (supplements/fortified food). Both contribute to gut health, whole food provide essential vitamin, mineral, antioxidant too!
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Fruits
Fruits like apples, pears, and bananas are fiber-rich and packed with hydration. But remember fruit juices strip away fiber, so always choose whole fruits!
Sweetest Fiber Source!
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Whole Grains
The Hidden Fiber Powerhouses!
Swap out white bread, pasta, and rice for their whole-grain versions like oats, brown rice, and whole wheat.
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Veggies
Your Fiber Goldmine!
Leafy greens, broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes, and cauliflower provide fiber, plus essential antioxidants and micronutrients.
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Nuts, Seeds & Legumes
Tiny But Mighty!
Chia seeds, flaxseeds, almonds, lentils, and chickpeas are packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats
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Fiber Supplements
Are They Necessary?
Many processed foods are fortified with fiber, but they may lack the full benefits of natural sources
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The Best Way to Get Fiber? Balanced Plate!
The secret isn’t just one fiber source it’s combination of fruits, veggies, & legumes. Mix it up, stay hydrated, let your gut thrive naturally!