Here is a quick diet tip: Did you know that consuming 27 grams of fiber daily can reduce your overall calorie intake by 10 percent? Yup, it gives you that fill-you-up factor according to a study at Tufts University. So, if you typically eat 2,000 calories a day, you could take in 200 fewer calories without even knowing it. Then, you can potentially lose up to 2 pounds per month. COOL! Here are some examples of high fiber foods to include in your daily diet:
- Oatmeal – 4-6 grams
- Baked potato – 4.5 grams
- Black beans (1/2 cup) – 7.5 grams
- Whole wheat pasta (1 cup) – 6 grams
good tip to remember!
Thanks for the insight Jenn! Learn something new everyday.
This is great information! I really need to lose weight, and I know that I do need to add fiber to my diet. Thank you for sharing!
I try to make sure to get extra fiber, but I am sure I could do more. 2lbs a month is great.
Fiber is definitely important – just make sure you drink TONS of water! Or your belly will be feeling it! LOL
I def need to increase my fiber. Thanks for the reminder!
we eat a lot of fiber in our house!
That is pretty cool. I personally need to stay away from potato, but the other stuff – sign me up!
I never knew baked potatoes were high in fiber. I must have missed that info in Home Ec so I learned something! Thank you I’ll go eat one now as they are one of my favorite things to eat.
Very informative. Thanks for sharing.
I have beans just about every day!
Thanks for the great info. I love oatmeal!
Fiber really is great to get you through those afternoon cravings. I am always careful to add high fiber elements to my early morning and afternoon meals!
I love starting my morning with a great Oatmeal morning breakfast! It just makes me feel so much better throughout the rest of the day.
That’s great to know! Always looking for a way to eat less calories!
I need to do this more. Reach for fiber instead of chips!