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Losing weight is a gradual process and it is important to load up on nutrient dense and low calorie foods that encourage and induce weight loss.
Most health experts have given credit to fiber-rich foods considering they are bulking agents that help stimulate your metabolism and further help shed extra kilos.
Bacteria in our gut play a key role in various aspects of health, which may include health management, immunity, brain function and blood sugar control among others.
Now, in order to function well, these bacteria need to be well-fed.
Fiber is responsible for reaching the gut bacteria undigested that end up digesting the fiber.
One of the key functions of fiber in losing weight is to reduce your appetite and making you feel satiated for longer. This in turn prevents hunger pangs and cravings.
Soluble fiber like pectins and glucomannan tend to thicken in water and form a gel-like substance that sits in the gut. This substance then delays the emptying of the stomach and increases the time it takes to digest and absorb nutrients; all this results in a feeling of fullness.
Some of the best sources of fiber that you must include in your diet include apples, bananas, beetroots, broccoli, strawberries, avocado, lentils, kidney beans, chickpeas, quinoa, oats, nuts like almonds, walnuts, et al, seeds like chia and flax seeds and dark chocolate among others.
Make sure you consult your doctor before switching to fibrous foods considering they also include sweet fruits that may not be great for diabetics.
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