How can i get LOTS of fibre in the smallest amount of food?

babyworms
babyworms Posts: 1,304 Member
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I really need to increase my fibre intake, but don't know the best way to do it with the least number of calories and foods!

Anyone have any ideas?
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  • cass89
    cass89 Posts: 198 Member
    benefibre? never tried but seen it on tv
  • Nopedotjpeg
    Nopedotjpeg Posts: 1,805 Member
    Vegetables. Go forth and consume.
  • roachhaley
    roachhaley Posts: 978 Member
    Vegetables. Go forth and consume.

    This^

    or take a supplement I guess
  • michelechavez
    michelechavez Posts: 56
    Eat lots of vegetables and fruit.
  • scottstephens79
    scottstephens79 Posts: 77 Member
    More specifically lentils and red/navy/lima/pinto beans. Be careful though, too much and you'll get gassy
  • teasdino
    teasdino Posts: 228 Member
    Grandmas old stand by....prunes. Course they are now called 'dried plumes'. Lol...be careful! They are condensed fiber.
  • YuKITTEN
    YuKITTEN Posts: 2
    grains, seeds, high fibre vegetables.
  • Orient_Charm
    Orient_Charm Posts: 385 Member
    Try this :
    www.lifewithweetabix.com
    :)
  • Adelphia
    Adelphia Posts: 176
    Eat the green stuff.
  • herownkindofwonderfull
    herownkindofwonderfull Posts: 307 Member
    cabbage, black beans, whole grain bread, whole grain pasta, whole grain rice, TRISCUITS! there are tons of high fiber foods. there are also supplements you can take. They make some yummy fruit chews, but I'm sure they're high in sugar along with the fiber...
  • yarwell
    yarwell Posts: 10,477 Member
    Bran. Flaxseed / linseed. Sprinkle on stuff.
  • meljusl
    meljusl Posts: 8
    Check out www.gnufoods.com
    They sell high fiber bars that are pretty good.
  • debloves2ride
    debloves2ride Posts: 386
    of course more fruit, veggies and legumes. I have trouble getting enough fiber and take a supplement that is like a sweet snack - fiber gummies. they are in the store along with all the other fiber fiber supplements. There are some that are by Vitafusion - you can get on line also, and are a weight management also. I don't know how that helps, but they are sugar free. Target, Walgreens and on line Amazon.
  • trud72
    trud72 Posts: 1,912 Member
    :happy: bran for breakfast and veggies,
  • Snapplejac
    Snapplejac Posts: 65 Member
    Bran. Flaxseed / linseed. Sprinkle on stuff.

    This. You can add a couple of teaspoons to your breakfast and you'll bearly notice it.

    Although I have read it is best served grounded - so I have a pepper grinder filled with them!
  • jarrodc
    jarrodc Posts: 102
    edit: read the question wrong.. haha
  • ablykins
    ablykins Posts: 200 Member
    veggies and legumes! If you don't mind supplements- Quest Protein bars , PureTrim Wellness Shakes, and Vemma Bod-e protein drinks. I use all three and love them! :smile:
  • Elf_Princess1210
    Elf_Princess1210 Posts: 895 Member
    Fiber one yogurts, raw fruits and veggies too
  • halhix
    halhix Posts: 48 Member
    Some hemp powders (Nutiva) provide a ton of fiber and good protein. I usually mix it in a high protein shake. Veggies do a good job as you also get the benefit of adding other vitamins.
  • sandylion
    sandylion Posts: 451 Member
    Grandmas old stand by....prunes. Course they are now called 'dried plumes'. Lol...be careful! They are condensed fiber.

    Prunes are actually a naturally occurring laxative, so watch out! They don't contain that much fibre, but they do make you have to go!
  • bedeeda
    bedeeda Posts: 21
    Chia seeds have 6 grams of fiber per 2 tablespoons (70 calories, 7 carbs). I mix it with a cup of unsweetened almond milk and a few drops of liquid stevia, let it sit for 15 minutes. The chia seeds will thicken up almost like tapioca. It's my nighttime snack :-)

    Also, you could try Fiber One cereal. There are a whopping 14 grams of fiber in 1/2 cup and only 60 calories (25 carbs). I use about a 1/3 cup and add it to my tuna or chicken salad in lieu of bread or crackers.

    And, like some of the others said, veggies are a great choice!

    Hope that helps!
    ~Belinda
  • LaGinny
    LaGinny Posts: 7
    Benefibre is great and has no taste if you are desperate to bump up fibre - a couple of teaspoons in your coffee or glass of water is easily done. Oat bran sprinkled on cereal or mixed into yogurt is another idea. Some protein shakes also have a good level of fibre - but be careful as some have hardly any.
  • Tara4boys
    Tara4boys Posts: 515 Member
    GG Bran Crisps
  • babyworms
    babyworms Posts: 1,304 Member
    Thanks everyone!
  • pdworkman
    pdworkman Posts: 1,342 Member
    Raspberries, blackberries
  • dondav12
    dondav12 Posts: 3 Member
    Ground Flax, Hemp Hearts, Coconut.
  • mfpcopine
    mfpcopine Posts: 3,093 Member
    Check out www.gnufoods.com
    They sell high fiber bars that are pretty good.

    Seconded. I once ate several because they do taste good. Mistake.

    A Registered Dietitian recommended them.
  • dutchgal68
    dutchgal68 Posts: 7 Member
    Lentils and beans have silly amounts of fibre in them, I'm researching bean and egg dishes for a hearty breakfast choice. I need more fibre as well.
  • herownkindofwonderfull
    herownkindofwonderfull Posts: 307 Member
    I really need to increase my fibre intake, but don't know the best way to do it with the least number of calories and foods!

    Anyone have any ideas?

    Recently I've been eating oatmeal mixed with whey protein - about 1 cup of this with about 1/2 scoop of whey equals about 40g of fiber. Also, fiber one products, and fiber choice chews are delicious and great (2 is a serving, and you can have up to 5!). Avocados are also great for fiber!
  • _stephanie0
    _stephanie0 Posts: 708 Member
    I really need to increase my fibre intake, but don't know the best way to do it with the least number of calories and foods!

    Anyone have any ideas?

    MY BREAKFAST!! Instead of oatmeal i have oatbran (just as yummy and less calories)

    80g Oat bran
    2 TBSP Psyllium Husk

    add chocolate protein powder and some fruit and VOILA!! you have a huge breakfast with ~30g fiber haha :)

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