Getting enough fibre might be difficult, especially if you don't want to eat vegetables. However, did you realise that popcorn contains fibre? Continue reading to learn about other high-fiber meals you'll actually want to eat.
Beans are number one.
In soups, stews, and salads, lentils and other beans are an easy way to get fibre into your diet. Some beans, such as edamame (a cooked soy bean), can even be used as a fiber-rich snack. A half-cup portion of shelled edamame contains 9 grammes of fibre. Is there a bonus? All of these are also excellent sources of protein. Some bakers have even begun using beans or bean flours in their baked items, proving that quality cakes can still be made.
Broccoli
This vegetable is often categorised as a fibre vegetable. Its cruciferous nature—it belongs to the Brassica genus of plants, which also includes cauliflower, cabbage, and kale—makes it high in nutrients and fibre. Broccoli's 5 grammes of fibre per cup has been demonstrated in studies to support gut bacteria, which may help keep your gut healthy and balanced.
Berries
Berries are well-known for their antioxidants, but they're also high in fibre. A cup of fresh blueberries contains about 4 grammes of fibre, while a cup of frozen unsweetened blueberries contains nearly the same amount. Fiber is also abundant in blackberries, strawberries, and raspberries. One of the most significant advantages of berries is that they are naturally low in calories.
Some other good sources of fiber are :
Avocados
Avocados go with everything—toast, salads, dinners, eggs—and while they're known for their high content of good fats, one cup of avocado also has 10 grammes of fibre (so just imagine how much is in your guacamole).
Popcorn
One cup of popcorn has one gramme of fibre, and the snack (when eaten unprocessed and without butter, as at the movies) is a whole grain that can satisfy appetites while also providing a fibre boost. It's even referred to as the "King of Snack Foods."
Grains in their natural state
For bread lovers, there's good news: Fiber is present in whole grains such as 100 percent whole wheat bread, whole wheat pasta, brown rice, and oats. One thing to keep in mind: whole grains must be the first component on a food item in order for it to be recognised a true whole grain, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Apples
According to studies, the old adage "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" isn't always accurate, but the fruit can help you get more fibre. Depending on the size of the apple, it contains roughly 4 grammes of fibre, but this serving size can help protect arteries and decrease cholesterol. They're also a delicious and crispy snack.
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