𝓦𝓱𝓪𝓽 𝓲𝓼 𝓕𝓲𝓫𝓮𝓻

Fiber is a type of carbohydrate . It is found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. It’s the type of carb that the body can’t digest , even though it’s made of sugar or glucose molecules. That means it’s not broken down into sugar molecules , so it’s just escorted out of the body like that .

There are 2 main types of fiber :

𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒆 : Dissolve in water eg oats , peas , beans , psyllium husk

𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒆: Don’t dissolve in water eg

𝓗𝓮𝓻𝓮 𝓪𝓻𝓮 𝓼𝓸𝓶𝓮 𝔀𝓪𝔂𝓼 𝓽𝓱𝓪𝓽 𝓯𝓲𝓫𝓮𝓻 𝓹𝓵𝓪𝔂𝓼 𝓪 𝓼𝓲𝓰𝓷𝓲𝓯𝓲𝓬𝓪𝓷𝓽 𝓻𝓸𝓵𝓮 𝓲𝓷 𝔀𝓮𝓲𝓰𝓱𝓽 𝓵𝓸𝓼𝓼 :

𝑺𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑭𝒖𝒍𝒍𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔:
Foods that are high in fiber are often more filling than low-fiber foods. They keep us full up for a longer period of time . Soluble fiber, in particular, absorbs water and forms a gel-like substance in the gut, which can slow down the digestion process. This results in prolonged feelings of fullness and can help reduce overall calorie intake.

𝑳𝒐𝒘 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒄 𝑫𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒚:
When it comes to weight loss, it’s important we don’t over consume calories especially those that are of low nutrient density
These high fiber foods generally have a low caloric density, meaning they provide fewer calories relative to their volume. As a result, you can consume larger portions without consuming a lot of calories. That’s why you can eat big bowls without gaining weight, yet load yourself with nutrient dense foods . I love smoothies , smoothies and salads that are high in lots of vegetables and low sugar fruits . This can be particularly beneficial in weight management.

𝑩𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝑺𝒖𝒈𝒂𝒓 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏:
Fiber, especially soluble fiber, can help slow the absorption of sugar, leading to more stable blood sugar and insulin levels. This is beneficial for reducing hunger and preventing overeating that might be triggered by blood sugar spikes and crashes. We must remember that too much sugar makes us fat .

𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒅 𝑫𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏:
Fiber aids in digestion by adding bulk to the stool( makes stool bulky and easier to pass)
This can help prevent constipation and promote regular bowel movements. ( I used to have horrible bowel movement years ago when my diet was bad , but now it’s a totally different story ) A healthy digestive system is crucial and can contribute indirectly to weight management.

𝑹𝒆𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝑨𝒃𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔:
I am sure we know how the number of calories we income plays a role in weight gain . It’s also a fact that not all calories are created equal Some studies suggest that fiber can interfere with the absorption of calories from the digestive tract

𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑭𝒂𝒕 𝑨𝒃𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏:
I love this ! Fiber, particularly soluble fiber, may bind with fats in the digestive tract to form gel like substance . This helps reduce the amount of fat absorbed by the body. This can lead to a decrease in overall caloric intake.

How much fiber is in your diet ? It is very important that you and I daily consume a high fiber diet to maintain good health . I know how my digestive health was like when my diet was really bad . I see and notice the difference and I’ll never go back to those bad eating habits

Watch out for part 2 . As you wait , please start making changes