Why is Fiber Important in Weight Loss?

Fiber has many benefits for health and weight loss.  Fiber supplementation can also reduce side effects associated with decreased calorie intake, oruse of medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide.  The best fiber for weight loss is dietary fiber.  If you struggle to get addequate dietary fiber, then psyllium fiber husks are the preferred supplement to add to your diet.

Ways to increase dietary fiber:

1. whole grains

2. whole grain cereals

3. fruits

4. vegetables

5. beans, peas, legumes

6. nuts/seeds

7. other:  fiber supplements (psyllium husk, Metamucil, FiberCon)

Increase fiber slowly! Increasing too quickly can cause gas, bloating, and cramping.