The Importance of Fiber for Overall Health

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Certified holistic nutritionist Robin DeCicco emphasizes the importance of fiber for overall health and shares tips on how to incorporate more fiber into daily meals.

Key Points

  • Harvard Medical School data links higher fiber intake to prevention of heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes
  • Recommended daily fiber intake is around 25 to 29 grams
  • Fiber can be easily incorporated into meals through various foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains

Pros

  • Fiber aids in disease prevention
  • Fiber helps with weight loss
  • Fiber lowers cholesterol levels
  • Fiber improves digestion