Fiber For Fat Loss

I'm sure you've heard all the benefits of improving heart and digestive health, but did you know fiber can help you lose fat as well?

Fiber has the ability to expand up to 10 times its weight and size in the stomach. Thus, they make you feel full and satisfied for a longer period. Fiber helps not only by satisfying your appetite, but also by slowing down calorie absorption and keeping energy levels up.


Here are some really easy was to get more fiber into your diet:

Whole grain oatmeal is a great source of fiber and complex carbohydrates. If you haven't had steel cut oats yet, try adding this to your oatmeal for even more fiber.

Chili (vegetarian or turkey or lean beef), baked beans, and lentil soup are excellent sources of fiber.

Incorporate dried beans, such as kidney beans, into main dishes, as well as soups and salads. Use brown rice, millet, or kashi instead of white rice.

Add vegetables to burgers, meatloaf, etc.

Try adding a little dry oatmeal or wheat germ to your protein shakes. It sounds strange, but it actually adds a good texture and tastes just as good.