Fibre.....Are you getting enough??
Many of us are getting less than the recommended daily amount of 30g. But why is it so important to make sure we are consuming adequate fibre I hear you ask..
.- It helps to maintain digestive and bowel health - It aids with the lowering of cholesterol levels - It helps to control your blood sugar levels - Aids the maintenance of a healthy weight & also assists in weight loss (as it keeps you feeling fuller for longer, meaning you’re less likely to over-eat)
So what foods can you include in your diet to help make sure you're consuming enough fibre??
* 🥛Chia Seeds🥛 - These little black seeds contain around 34g of fibre per 100g as well as being packed full of nutritiously beneficial magnesium, phosphorus & calcium. Sprinkle them into your porridge or yoghurt or add to a shake/smoothie.
*🌰Almonds🌰 - Containing around 12g of fibre per 100g, a handful of these nuts as a snack or added to other meals will also provide you with a dose of healthy fats, manganese, magnesium & vitamin E
*🍲Pulses (beans, lentils, chickpeas)🍲 - Rich in fibre, a great item to keep stocked up in the cupboard to add to soups, curries, stews & salads
*🍞Wholemeal / Wholegrain Bread🍞- Instead of white bread or even basic brown bread, opt for a more fibre rich option by choosing wholemeal / wholegrain, which is also higher in Vitamin B6, Iron & Magensium.
*🍫Dark Chocolate🍫 - Yes read that right, CHOCOLATE!! But to receive the benefit, make sure you choose one which is above 75% cocoa content (the higher %, the better) and avoid options which have lots of added sugar. This will provide you with around 11g of fibre per 100g as well as being rich in antioxidants.
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