Where’s the Fiber?

If you’re up to speed, in my last post we reviewed the basics of the different types of Fiber. Today we are going to discuss where to get more fiber in your diet!

Soluble Fiber. This fiber helps manage blood cholesterol & sugar levels, promotes satiety.

Vegetables: Avocado, Brussels sprouts, carrots, eggplant, potatoes with skin, turnip, zucchini
Fruits: Apple, bananas, blueberries, kiwis, oranges, raspberries
Legumes: Black beans, chickpeas, lentils, peanuts
Whole Grains: Barely, oatmeal
Nuts/Seeds: chia seeds, flaxseed, hazelnuts, sunflower seeds

Insoluble Fiber. This fiber helps to improve digestion and transit time of stooling.

Vegetables: Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, corn, green beans, leafy greens
Fruits: Apples, apricots, pears, peaches, pineapple, plums
Legumes: Edamame, kidney beans, spilt peas, white beans
Whole Grains: Barley, brown rice, couscous, wheat (particularly the bran)
Nuts/Seeds: Almonds, walnuts