I’m sure you heard it before, “add more fiber to your diet.” But why is this so important?
Benefits
- Normalizes bowel movements
- Lowers cholesterol
- Decreased risk of diabetes
- Helps maintain a healthy weight
- Decreases risk of heart disease and colon cancer
How to add fiber to your diet
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Nuts and Seeds
- Whole-grain products
- Beans and legumes
Suggested intake
| Age 50 or younger | Age 51 or older | |
|---|---|---|
| Men | 38 grams | 30 grams |
| Women | 25 grams | 21 grams |
| Institute of Medicine |
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