A New TikTok Trend That is Taking Fiber to the Max
Another day brings another TikTok Trend. This one focusing taking fiber to the max and is called Fibermaxxing.
What is FiberMaxxing?
It is a trend where followers are focused on meeting or exceeding the daily fiber recommendations. Growing in popularity with young people who are focusing on ensuing that fiber is in the spotlight due to the alarming increase in the rate in colon cancer in younger age groups. Although the trend does place emphasis on healthy nutrients, increasing fiber too quickly can overwhelm the gut and cause some mild discomfort. Therefore, it is important to monitor how fiber is added to the diet.
Health Benefits of FiberMaxxing
Fiber offers an array of health benefits to varying parts of the body. It supports digestive health by feeding the gut with good bacteria and lowers LDL – considered bad cholesterol – by binding with it to help it move along the GI tract and out of the body. In addition, fiber is useful in managing blood glucose by helping to stabilize levels and reducing the spikes in blood sugar after meals. Lastly, fiber may also play a role in weight control, helping one feel fuller linger and reducing overall caloric intake. Although fiber offers an impact on overall health, it is important to remember that not one food can turn around health for better or worse but rather in conjunction with a balanced meal plan and other lifestyle changes, improvement can be seen.
Some great fiber sources include:
- Beans
- Legumes
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Whole fruits
- Oats
- Green leafy vegetables
- Whole grain breads, rice and pastas
- Also, there are many items that have added fiber, be sure to check the label for added sugar, saturated fat and sodium
Tips to Adding Fiber to your Diet
Start Slow
Set a goal of getting 5 grams of fiber per day, then increase weekly by 5 more grams until you reach an intended goal of 25 grams of fiber per day.
Increase Hydration
Fiber needs water to aid in its digestion, so be sure to drink plenty of water.
Snack on it
Using nuts and fruits as a snack is a great way to be intentional about increasing your fiber intake.
Simple Swaps
Adding high fiber foods to your daily meal plan doesn’t have to painstaking. Simple swaps such as switching to a wholegrain bread, adding lentils to soups and even adding nuts to your salad can be easily help you meet the recommended daily fiber goal.
Reference –
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
– Dana Gardner, Registered Dietitian, MS, LD/N
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