Question: Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of information about “fiber maxxing” on-line. How much fiber should I be trying to get each day?

Answer: Most of us should aim for at least 25-35 grams of fiber per day ( 25 grams of fiber each day for women and closer to 35 grams/day for men)

Fiber is found in:

  • Fruits, Vegetables, Beans
  • Whole grains like oats, whole wheat bread, popcorn, brown rice, whole grain cereals
  • Seeds and nuts like chia seeds, walnuts, pecans

For a list of high fiber foods go here: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948

Another way to get fiber is by adding psyllium husk (you can find this in the fiber section of Ingles Markets over the health/beauty section) to liquids.

If you don’t consume much fiber now, try and increase your intake gradually and drink plenty of water.

Getting your fiber from a variety of sources will be most beneficial for gut health.

Having adequate fiber in your diet may have benefts:

  • better bowel health
  • possibly lowering cholesterol
  • making you feel more satiated (full)

Leah McGrath, RDN, LDN

Ingles Markets Corporate Dietitian
facebook.com/LeahMcgrathDietitian
800-334-4936