FAT LOSS TIP 10/20

“Fiber for Fat Loss”

Fiber has been shown to make you feel “fuller” longer and to slow the absorption of carbohydrates into the bloodstream.  This is critical for helping anyone losing weight.  Feeling “satisfied” after a meal helps to curb any cravings later in the day.

Shoot for about 40-50g of mixed fiber per day, but no more. The absolute lower limit is 20g per day.

Your main fiber sources should be (in order of importance): vegetables, beans, nuts, fruit, and grains (like oatmeal). If you eat 1 oz of mixed nuts, 1 apple, 2 cups of kidney beans, and 2 cups of mixed vegetables each day, you'll be getting 41g of fiber.

Also, a small amount of supplemental fiber is okay. You can get soluble fiber from psyllium, guar gum, and apple pectin, and insoluble fiber from flax seeds.

Next time we’ll discuss why most “health foods” sold by the supermarket are really unhealthy for you.

Dr. Bryan Dingsor is the owner of Watertown Chiropractic P.C. in Watertown, SD.  He specializes in the treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions and weight loss.  For an appointment, please call 605-882-2304 Today.