Fibre

Fibre is important for keeping your heart healthy, to aid in weight-loss, to prevent constipation, to regulate your blood sugars, to help in the prevention of some cancers as well as so many other health benefits. There are two types of fibre - soluble and insoluble. We need insoluble fibre to eliminate waste and toxins. Soluble fibre feeds our healthy gut flora and slows down digestion to make us feel full longer. We need both types of fibre. Fibre and water go together so make sure you are getting enough water and if increasing your fibre increase your water intake as well to will prevent constipation.

So the next time you have a salad throw some beans, nuts and seeds in there. Hungry for a snack? - make some hummus and put it on rye crackers.

Here are some additional options for fibre - most of these have a combination of soluble & insoluble fibre:

(organic when possible)

celery

lentils

oat bran

strawberries

blueberries

raspberries

nuts

cucumber

carrots

pears

apples

oats

flaxseeds

avocado

artichokes

barley

brown rice

bulgur

couscous

seeds

wheat bran

whole grains

dark leafy veggies

grapes

root vegetables with skins

green beans

broccoli

cabbage

cauliflower

brussel sprouts

prunes

spinach

Hummus Recipe:

1 can of garbanzo beans (aka chickpeas)

2 Tablespoons of water

2 Tablespoons of olive oil or avocado oil

1 medium minced garlic clove

1 teaspoon of sea salt

1/2 cup of tahini or 1/2 cup of hemp hearts (I use a combo of the two)

a little bit of cumin to taste (optional)

Combine all ingredients into a food processor or blender and grind up until smooth:)