Good Sources of Fiber

Do you know how much fiber you're ingesting each day?

For many of us, it's "not enough."

Research has shown it's massively important for good health and most people need between 40-50 grams of fiber per day.

"Out of all the variables that we looked at, fiber intake -- which is a type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest -- had the strongest influence," a study in The Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences said. "Essentially, we found that those who had the highest intake of fiber or total fiber actually had an almost 80 percent greater likelihood of living a long and healthy life over a 10-year follow-up. That is, they were less likely to suffer from hypertension, diabetes, dementia, depression, and functional disability."

Avocados, broccoli, berries, nuts and flax are all great sources of fiber!