High-Fiber Foods
You've heard that fiber is important for just about everything, from keeping your heart healthy to promoting good digestion and even helping you lose weight. But are you getting the recommended 25 grams a day? "Most Americans are only getting half of the amount they should," says nutritionist Lyssie Lakatos, RD, cofounder of The Nutrition Twins and coauthor of The Secret to Skinny. Fortunately, snacking on these nutritionist-approved treats can help.
Good to Go
Delicious thinkThin Bars have 4 grams of fiber and are easy to eat on the run (no crumbs!), says Deborah Herlax Enos, CN, a certified nutritionist and wellness coach and author of Weight a Minute! Transform Your Health in 60 Seconds a Day. They're also high in non-GMO protein (meaning it hasn't been genetically modified). Visit thinkproducts.com for more information.
Fast Flax
Sprinkle some ground flaxseed onto yogurt or even a half-cup of ice cream. Each teaspoon you add has 2 grams of fiber, says Enos, who's a fan of the Premium Gold brand. Visit
PremiumGold.com for more information.
The Perfect Pear
Nothing is easier than grabbing a piece of whole fruit, and antioxidant-rich pears contain more than most others (4 grams), says Enos. For a more substantial snack, pair your pear with a dab of almond butter.
Crispy and Creamy
For a savory snack or mini-meal, try three Wasa Crisp'n Light Mild Rye crisps with half an avocado and a slice of turkey. You'll get 6.6 grams of fiber plus some healthy monounsaturated fats, says Lona Sandon, RD, a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. Visit
Wasa.com for more information.
Chocolate + Fiber = Yum!
Culinary nutritionist Jackie Newgent, RD, author of Big Green Cookbook, likes to nibble on Kashi Cocoa Beach Granola. "It's a great way to get your chocolate and fiber fix all in one, and it's a terrific source of whole grains and omega-3s, too," she says. One 1/2-cup serving packs 7 grams of fiber! Visit Kashi.com for more information.
Pair these items with your skinny fiber for breath taking results!!!
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