Fibermaxxing—How Experts Say It Supports Digestive Health Wellness

Fibers come from real plant food such as vegetables, whole grains, fruits, beans, seeds, and nuts. It can also be obtained from its supplements. So  Fibermaxxing, simply put, means making fiber a consistent part of your daily meals to support gut and overall health.

Health fiber food -Pinterest @lizaluxe’s

Why is it beneficial

Here are the main reasons experts say you should eat fiber.

Feeds good bacteria: By consuming a lot of fibre and different kinds of it, you’re giving the healthy gut bacteria lots of food to grow on.

May Help With Weight Loss: Adding it to meals and snacks has many advantages, one of which is that it makes you feel satisfied in between meals and might lessen overeating tendencies.

Helps with constipation: High quantity softens and increases the size and weight of faeces. It aid in the solidification of loose, watery stools. This is because fibre absorbs water and increases stool volume.

Lowers Cholesterol and Controls Blood Sugar: The soluble found in beans, oats, flaxseed, and oat bran may help the body avoid absorbing some of the cholesterol in other foods. As a result, bad cholesterol may decrease. Also assist in regulating blood sugar level and also help diabetic patients lower their blood sugar. Promoting a healthy heart and preventing diabetes.

Ways to add fiber to your meal – Pinterest @ Max B

Easy Ways To Include Fiber In Your Meal

Remember, too much of anything is not good. Add fiber slowly so your body can adjust. If you increase it too quickly, it can overwhelm digestion and cause gas, bloating, diarrhea, or cramping. Gradual changes help prevent these issues.

• Try to make sure every meal contains either fruits, vegetables, or both. For example, add veggies to lunch and dinner, and fruit bowls for breakfast. Also when you want to snack, let fruit be your focus, nuts, and seeds. You can include them in other dishes like stir-fries, salads, and yoghurt.

• Switch to whole grains. Let at least half of your daily grain intake be whole grains. Select breads that contain a minimum of 2 grams of fibre per serving. The first ingredient listed on the label should be whole wheat, whole-wheat flour, or another whole grain. Additionally, try other whole grains like quinoa, brown rice, wild rice, buckwheat, and whole-wheat pasta.

• Legumes such as beans, peas, and lentils are excellent fiber sources. Add them to soups or salad. Prioritize whole-food sources of fiber over supplements whenever possible.

• Make sure you consume whole food fiber rather than supplement fiber.

Simple way to add fiber to your diet today:

• Whole-grains such as barley, bulgur, brown rice, and whole-wheat bread or pasta.
• Fruits.
• Vegetables.
• Beans, peas, and other legumes.
• Nuts and seeds.

For Women it is medically recommended that 21 grams are for those older than age 50 and 25 grams for women age 50 or younger.

Healthy plate of fiber -Pinterest @Emy

Conclusion

For a happier gut, better digestion, steady blood sugar, and lower cholesterol, eat more fiber  the smart way daily and mostly from plants.

Note: if you have existing health problems like IBS or small- bowel issues consult with a gastroenterologist or dietician before fibermaxxing.

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