Focus on Fibre

The fibre content of foods is a good indicator of their nutrient density. When reading a food label or comparing the nutritional value of two different foods, the fibre content is important to note as well as the protein, fat, and carbohydrates.

Reasons to love fibre:

1. Keeps you regular

2. Keeps you full

3. Feeds good bacteria in the gut

4. Lowers cholesterol

5. Slows absorption of carbohydrates into the bloodstream (aka helps avoid sugar spikes and crashes)
   

Soluble Sources

Good for: Lowering cholesterol, avoiding blood sugar spikes,

Found in: oats, beans, oranges, apples, strawberries, carrots

Insoluble Sources:

Good for: Keeping you regular, feeding beneficial gut bacteria

Found in: The skins of fruits and vegetables, wheat bran, nuts and seeds

Ideally your diet would have a mix of both soluble, and insoluble fibre. Aim for 25-35 grams of fibre per day from a mix of fruit, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds.