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Fibre is a health promoting nutrient that has many different benefits for our bodies. Unfortunately, many individuals around the world do not consume the recommended amount of daily fibre, which is about 25 grams for females and about 40 grams for makes. These health benefits go well beyond gastrointestinal health and digestion, and fibre rich foods make a great addition to most balanced diets. Foods such as black beans, chia seeds, lentils, raspberries and avocados are great sources of fibre. Lets discuss some of the amazing benefits eating enough fibre can provide.

1. First, eating the recommended daily amount of fibre can help to reduce symptoms of constipation. This is because dietary fibre works to add bulk, which can improve regularity and allow bowel movements to move through the gut more quickly. In fact, increased bulk and reduced symptoms of constipation are considered on of the most common benefits of consuming dietary fibre. As well, fibre can help to improve regularity by stimulating the large bowel to increase water and mucous secretion.

2. Eating the recommended daily intake of fibre can also help to reduce cholesterol levels. Studies have found that a diet that is high in fibre can help to not only improve total cholesterol levels, but also serum lipids, triglycerides, lower “bad” LDL cholesterol and increase “good” HDL cholesterol. This is largely due to dietary fibre helping to reduce the absorption of cholesterol. Also, not only will fibre help to reduce cholesterol levels, but it will also help to promote overall heart health and may even reduce the risk of heart disease.

3. Eating fibre can also help to boost our immune system and support healthy immune function. This can be especially beneficial during the winter months and cold and flu season. Fibre is able to help in this way since it works to increase the amount of beneficial bacteria in our bodies and promote a healthy environment for this bacteria to thrive. Also, it can help to reduce and eliminate pathogens in the colon, as well as flush unwanted toxins from the digestive tract. This promotes the proper functioning of both our immune system and digestive tract and improve mineral absorption.

4. Fibre can also help to reduce blood glucose levels when consumed regularly. Gel-forming fibres help to slow down the absorption of glucose in our body, as well as other nutrients. This can help to lower the glycemic impact of the foods we eat, and importantly, help reduce the rise in blood glucose levels and lower blood glucose peaks. As well, consuming fibre can help to increase insulin sensitivity. This allows fibre to be beneficial for those individuals who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes or who already have the disease.

5. Lastly, regular consumption of dietary fibre may help to maintain a healthy weight and with weight management. Consuming the recommended daily amount of fibre can help us to feel more full during the day and prevent snacking and overeating. As well, it can help to reduce sugar and other cravings and promote satiety. It can also promote the production of hormones that are essential to both lipid and carbohydrate metabolism. Fibre is a very healthy nutrient that is a great addition to almost any diet.

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