Looking for more fiber

62Rich
62Rich Posts: 26 Member
in Food and Nutrition
How do I go about getting more fiber in my diet?

Thank-you

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  • MaltedTea
    MaltedTea Posts: 6,286 Member
    ^^ and there are cereals like SmartBran or "powders" (in brackets because it's not actually a powder and is more like small flakes).

    Also, reducing the amount of processed food you eat in a week may help too.
  • wilson10102018
    wilson10102018 Posts: 1,306 Member
    I do not understand why everyone does not eat dried prunes. They are sweeter than just about anything, have incredible mouth feel and are one of the top fiber sources. I can't have enough of them.
  • autumnblade75
    autumnblade75 Posts: 1,661 Member
    wilson10102018 wrote: »
    I do not understand why everyone does not eat dried prunes. They are sweeter than just about anything, have incredible mouth feel and are one of the top fiber sources. I can't have enough of them.

    I also enjoy prunes. Not everyone does, though. What's funny is: I don't care for plums. Raisins/Grapes is the opposite. I like grapes, but think raisins are icky.
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,416 Member
    You can also buy fiber supplements, which are made from psyllium husks...like Metamucil.

    I eat so many plants I have to be careful not to get more than 60g...which is my discomfort spot.
  • lemurcat2
    lemurcat2 Posts: 7,885 Member
    wilson10102018 wrote: »
    I do not understand why everyone does not eat dried prunes. They are sweeter than just about anything, have incredible mouth feel and are one of the top fiber sources. I can't have enough of them.

    Other than in some tagine dishes, I like whole fruit more than dried and don't have an issue getting enough fiber.
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    62Rich wrote: »
    How do I go about getting more fiber in my diet?

    Thank-you

    Legumes, Lentils, whole grains like oats and whatnot, veg, fruit
  • Katmary71
    Katmary71 Posts: 7,080 Member
    I eat steel cut oats with cooked apple for breakfast and a huge mixing bowl salad for lunch with a cup of beans or lentils, I'm usually double daily fiber after lunch and over in most vitamins. Still eat more veg with dinner.
  • MaltedTea
    MaltedTea Posts: 6,286 Member
    Katmary71 wrote: »
    I eat steel cut oats with cooked apple for breakfast and a huge mixing bowl salad for lunch with a cup of beans or lentils, I'm usually double daily fiber after lunch and over in most vitamins. Still eat more veg with dinner.

    Waiting for @Motorsheen to find this comment and warn you of your potentially dire lifestyle.


  • Motorsheen
    Motorsheen Posts: 20,508 Member
    edited April 2020
    Katmary71 wrote: »
    I eat steel cut oats with cooked apple for breakfast and a huge mixing bowl salad for lunch with a cup of beans or lentils, I'm usually double daily fiber after lunch and over in most vitamins. Still eat more veg with dinner.

    @MaltedTea

    Please be advised that just 1/2 cup of navy beans contains 76mg of oxalates.

    That being said, plant based proteins are a healthier choice to concerns in regards to oxalates.

    Therefore......


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  • Katmary71
    Katmary71 Posts: 7,080 Member
    Motorsheen wrote: »
    Katmary71 wrote: »
    I eat steel cut oats with cooked apple for breakfast and a huge mixing bowl salad for lunch with a cup of beans or lentils, I'm usually double daily fiber after lunch and over in most vitamins. Still eat more veg with dinner.

    @MaltedTea

    Please be advised that just 1/2 cup of navy beans contains 76mg of oxalates.

    That being said, plant based proteins are a healthier choice to concerns in regards to oxalates.

    Therefore......


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    Whew, my anxiety was making a comeback catching up on this thread! Maybe I shouldn't mention I bought a jumbo bag of spinach to mix with my spring green mix as it was on sale!
  • KimiAR
    KimiAR Posts: 117 Member
    I use psyllium husk powder. I still eat a ton of veg but I wanted my fiber a little higher. I have noticed I have less cravings too 🤷🏻‍♀️
  • corianderpeas
    corianderpeas Posts: 3 Member
    Chia seeds are great. They are very high in fibre. I have a tablespoon in my blueberries and yoghurt in the morning. Pears and apples are also high. Baked potato with skin on etc.
  • pancakerunner
    pancakerunner Posts: 6,137 Member
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  • nationalvillage3215
    nationalvillage3215 Posts: 78 Member
    I use Mission Carb Balance whole wheat tortillas. One only has 70 calories and a whopping 15g of fiber. I eat one daily for a wrap, taco or just plain to ensure I meet my daily fiber needs
  • deannalfisher
    deannalfisher Posts: 5,600 Member
    also just note that you may be consuming more fiber than you think - as quite often its missing from food entries

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