Around 95% of adults and children don’t consume the minimum daily recommended amount of fiber. The body digests fiber more slowly than other nutrients, making you feel full. Avoid simple, highly processed carbs like pasta, bread, and fried foods. Opt for whole grain bread, brown rice, or quinoa as they contain complex carbohydrates that digest far more slowly. Focus on healthy, unsaturated fats while avoiding the artery clogging saturated and trans fats. Salmon, avocado, peanut butter, and olive oil provide fat that protects the heart and keeps you satisfied. Sprinkle some flax or chia seeds onto a salad to boost the quality fat content.
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