Adding fiber-rich dips like guacamole, salsa, bean dip and hummus to your snack rotation can help, too. Avocado is one of the ...

Most Americans only get about 15 grams of fiber daily, falling well short of the recommended 25-30 grams according to UCSF Health. I used to think fiber was just about staying regular too, until I ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." DIETITIANS LIKE ME have been recommending a fiber-rich diet for years. The average American consumes ...

Guidelines advise different amounts of fiber depending on your age and sex. As you age, your fiber needs may go down. According to the Food and Drug Administration, the Daily Value for fiber is 28 ...

The second trick—and a way to boost both protein and fiber—is to cook the oats with a tablespoon of chia seeds. That small ...

You probably know that fiber is an important factor in maintaining a healthy digestive system. When you get enough fiber, your bowel movements are regular and healthy. When your diet lacks fiber, you ...

When choosing between oatmeal and grits for fiber, protein, and blood sugar management, oatmeal is generally the better choice.

Some beans, fruits, seeds, and grains are great high soluble fiber foods. They help you manage your digestive health keeping you full and supporting regular bowel movements. Dietary fiber is the ...

Chia seed pudding and yogurt are both great sources of protein for breakfast, but one also provides fiber and omega-3 fatty ...

In the spirit of Drynuary, I’d like to propose another health-oriented month of the year. Perhaps called Crunchuary or Pooptober, it would be 30 days in which Americans, for once, eat enough dietary ...

We all know dietary fiber is good for us, but many of us don’t know what it is. And if my patients’ misconceptions are indication of what most people think, dietary fiber is one of the most confusing ...

Let’s be honest – most of us know we should eat more fiber, but between the bloating, the gas, and trying to figure out which foods actually count, it feels like more trouble than it’s worth. I get it ...