THE WELLNESS UPDATEThe One Nutrient 95% of Americans Are Lacking (and Why It Matters)
When trying to improve your diet or lose weight, you’re often met with countless opinions about what to eat, what not to eat, and even when to eat. It’s understandable that healthy eating can sometimes feel overly complicated.
But what if there were a single nutrient you could focus on increasing? One that helps ward off disease, supports heart health, and aids with weight loss? Not only does such a nutrient exist, but a whopping 95% of American adults and children aren’t getting enough of it. It’s something you’ve likely heard of before: fiber.
The Benefits
Fiber’s importance for heart health, digestion, and overall well-being is difficult to overstate. Here are just a few of its key benefits:
Cholesterol & Blood Sugar
Eating a diet high in fiber can help lower LDL cholesterol, often referred to as “bad” cholesterol. Foods that contain soluble fiber are particularly beneficial, as this type of fiber binds to cholesterol in the digestive tract and helps prevent it from being absorbed into the bloodstream.
Fiber also plays an important role in stabilizing blood sugar levels. By slowing down digestion, it slows the release of glucose into the bloodstream and helps prevent sharp spikes and crashes in blood sugar.
Fiber Keeps Us Regular
Digestive issues such as constipation or diarrhea can be uncomfortable and disruptive. Fiber helps regulate bowel movements, keeping them more consistent and easing common digestive discomfort...
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