Add Years to Your Life
Eating a fiber-filled diet doesn’t have to mean noshing on bran muffins and drinking prune juice. Avocados, raspberries, artichokes, lentils, kidney beans, and chickpeas are all high in fiber and can help you hit the recommended intake of at least 25 grams per day for women and at least 30 grams per day for men.
Why Science Says You Should Add More to Your Diet
- 30 % decrease in all-cause mortality
- 27% lower risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes
The Research
- The Lancet reviewed data from 185 observational studies and 58 clinical trials
- Archives of Internal Medicine
Additional Healthy Benefits
Fiber acts as both a broom and a sponge; it removes waste and soaks up excess cholesterol.
Builds a healthy gut.
Improves your mood.
The Bottom Line
- Add fiber-rich foods to your diet
- Start slowly
- Stay hydrated
Contact Family Healthcare of Fairfax for All Your Diet Needs This Summer
If you’re looking for healthy ways to improve your diet this summer, contact Family Health care of Fairfax. Give us a call or email us to join Family Healthcare of Fairfax today!