Fibre is an important part of a healthy balanced diet and its importance can’t be overemphasised. A diet high in fibre can help prevent heart disease, weight gain, diabetes and also improve digestive health.
So many people don’t get enough fibre and it’s really important you add foods high in fibre to your diet. You should aim for at least 30 grams of fibre daily.
Below are foods rich in fibre that you should add to your diet
1. BANANA
Bananas are rich in fibre and you should consider adding bananas to your diet today. A medium-sized banana contains 3 grams of fibre.
2. TURNIP GREENS
Turnip greens contain 5 grams of fibre per cup and you should consider adding turnip greens to your diet.
3. PEAR
Pear is another food rich in fibre. A medium-sized pear contains 6 grams of fibre.
4. OAT BRAN
Oat bran is rich in soluble fibre which has been known to lower blood cholesterol levels. An ounce of oat bran contains 12 grams of fibre and it should be added to your diet today.
5. BEANS
Beans aren’t just rich in minerals and vitamins but they are also rich in fibre. A cup of beans contains 17 grams of fibre. Ensure you add beans to your diet today.
6. RASPBERRIES
Raspberries are not just rich in antioxidant but are also rich in fibre. A cup of raspberries contains 8 grams of fibre.
7. PEAS
Peas are also rich in fibre and a cup of peas contains about 16 grams of fibre. Add peas to your diet today.
8. SQUASH
Squash don’t just contain minerals, vitamins but they are also rich in fibre. A cup of squash contains about 7 grams of fibre.
9. APPLES
Apples don’t just give you vitamins but you get 4 grams of fibre by eating a medium-sized apple.
10. BLUEBERRIES
Blueberries are not just rich in antioxidant but they also contain 4 grams of fibre. Ensure you add blueberries to your diet.
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