Sources of Fiber

Low fiber intake can be associated with various health issues. Increase your fiber intake by adding the following foods to your diet.

Cereals
• Rolled oats • Porridge • Muesli	• Granola • Brown rice	• Unprocessed bran • Low sugar breakfast cereals made from wheat

Breads
• Wholemeal • Rye	• Hi-Fiber • Multigrain	• Kibbled

Flour
• Unrefined	• Hi-Wholemeal	• Stoneground

Vegetables - Best eaten raw
• Celery sticks	• Carrot sticks	• Tomatoes

Vegetables - Other
• Beans • Peas	• Lentils • Corn	• Spinach

Nuts and Seeds

All nuts are a good source of fiber. Eat in moderation as they can be high in fat. Dried seeds and kernels like pumpkin seeds, sesame and sunflower seeds are also a good source of fiber.

Fruits

All fruits supply a good source of fiber, especially when the skin is eaten. Fruits can be eaten fresh or dried or even in fruit cakes.


The information provided is intended solely for general information and is NOT to replace advice from your physician or other medical professionals and should NOT be relied upon for any diagnosis, treatment or cure. Always check with your doctor before starting any new drug, alternative, natural or herbal treatments and supplements.