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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
Fibre supplements are in trend and many people are looking for them, but why so? Because fiber is important and plays a vital role in making your digestive health better to provide steady energy, it does more than to just keep your motions regular.
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It helps promote bowel movement, balances blood sugar, and supports good gut bacteria that are your body’s unseen allies.
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Due to certain lifestyle changes fast foods, refined carbs, and skipping fruits/veggies are quite common nowadays, which makes fiber deficiency very common, even among young fit individuals.
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Most of you must be aware of psyllium husk, inulin, chicory root, etc, as fiber supplements, but maize starch is also a very good source of fiber, which is gentle and helps to meet your daily fiber needs.
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Fiber feeds your gut flora, it acts as a food for your good bacteria and helps in increasing the same, leading to better immunity, clearer skin, and even improved mood.
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Regular intake of fiber supplements might help soften stool, regulate bowel movements, and might also help in IBS management.
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As the basic function of fiber is to increase satiety, it also helps reduce cravings, and slows digestion, making it ideal for calorie control and helping in weight management in the long run.
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Take before meals with water if you want to cut down on your appetite and are looking for some weight loss. Avoid taking this alongside any medicine to prevent absorption interference.
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Always pick unsweetened, unflavoured non-GMO, allergen-free options. Nutrabay Good Gut Daily Fiber is a solid choice.
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Use fiber supplements to complement and not replace a diet rich in fruits, veggies, and whole grains that are fiber rich naturally. As healthy digestion is the foundation of fitness. Start your fiber journey today.
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