How to Make Fiber Your Friend

People may think the only benefit from fiber is no constipation, but there is such more to this undigestible phenomenon. Not only does fiber help you defecate more smoothly, but it also will clean your bowels as it passes through you. Your friendly bacteria in your gut will boost your immune system so illness will be more rare. That feeling of fullness can come from an excess amount of food, but you do not want that feeling. You want the feeling of fullness from fiber. Look for Insoluble fiber that comes from whole grains and vegetables. This type of fiber adds bulk to your stool and it will be easier to pass through your digestive tract. Soluble fiber comes fruits, oats, nuts, seeds, lentils and some vegetables. This type of fiber will help you feel full faster, great way to stop overeating and therefore lose weight.