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Fiber is lacking in most Americans’ diets, but it is especially of concern for those consuming high fat / low carb diets. Fat slows digestion and decreases GI motility so a diet containing adequate fiber is important for regularity. However, fiber is typically found in the very foods people on high fat diets avoid: high carb foods. How do you consume enough fiber while keeping your carb intake low?
Besides keeping you regular, fiber can also help your body in other ways. If your diet is high in saturated fat (typically found in animal products), you might see an increase in your LDL (bad) cholesterol. Fiber can help lower LDL cholesterol by binding to the cholesterol and bringing it along the journey through your GI tract to excretion. This lowering of cholesterol also helps reduce your risk for heart disease. Fiber plays a critical role in your health, especially if you consume a low carb, high fat diet.
There are two ways to increase your fiber intake: foods and supplements. Fruits and vegetables as well as nuts and seeds can help increase your fiber intake without providing too many carbs. Fiber supplements like our Daily Multi-Blend Fiber can also help you reach your daily recommended fiber intake, especially if you aren’t getting enough from food. Women should consume 25 grams of fiber/day and men should consume 38 grams of fiber/day.
Foods that are high in fiber and low in carbs include:
- Avocados
- Chia seeds
- Flaxseeds
- Berries
- Cabbage
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Nuts
Beyond fiber, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds also provide essential vitamins and minerals your body needs. Thus, food is a great way to get the nutrition you need plus the fiber your body requires.
Our Daily Multi-Blend Fiber contains 5g of carbs and 4g of fiber per scoop. This fiber supplement can also help you reach your fiber goals and keep you feeling good. The amount of fiber contained in each scoop is enough to help you increase your overall intake without causing any unpleasant side effects. If there’s one thing to know about fiber, it’s that you want to gradually increase your intake or you might experience GI distress. We recommend taking it up to three times per day in water or a beverage of your choice. Make it with these three easy ways to add it to beverages.
Fiber is an important component of your diet, but it may be difficult to get enough if you are consuming a high fat / low carb diet. This is where incorporating more fiber-rich foods, like those listed above, is really important for your GI and overall health. Our Daily Multi-Fiber Blend supplement is a great, easy way to gradually increase your fiber intake. Consuming enough fiber can help keep you regular, lower your cholesterol, and decrease your risk of heart disease.
