Fiber is an important carbohydrate for human and animal health.
Why fiber is so important for health
Fiber is a type of indigestible carbohydrate that helps normalize blood sugar levels and support gut and heart health.
It also helps lower cholesterol, prevent obesity and improve immune system function.
Where is fiber found
Fiber is found in berries, vegetables and fruits. It is also found in seeds, nuts, grains, and legumes.
For example, in tomatoes, white cabbage, avocado, orange, beans, peas, lentils, almonds, hazelnuts, flax seeds.
To increase your fiber intake, you can make vegetable salads of your choice as side dishes.
For example, from cucumbers, sweet peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, onions or green onions, olives, nuts.
Add more leafy vegetables to your meals.
In addition, you can add fruits or berries to yogurt, peanut butter, oatmeal, and cottage cheese.
You can eat nuts and make avocado toast as snacks.
You can season your dishes with flax seeds, nuts and sesame seeds.
