Five fibre-packed foods to add to your summer diet
This article outlines the health benefits of dietary fibre and provides recommendations for increasing intake through seasonal summer produce like raspberries. It emphasizes the role of fibre in preventing chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.
Why it matters
Public health education regarding nutrition is essential for addressing widespread dietary deficiencies and improving long-term health outcomes.
In season July through September, raspberries deliver a hefty 8 g of fibre per one cup. KELSEY MCCLELLAN/The New York Times
Fibre is one of the most powerful, evidence-based nutrients for healthy aging, yet it’s one that most people consistently under-consume.
According to Health Canada, Canadians get, on average, 14 to 17 grams of fibre per day – roughly half the amount recommended for adults.
That’s not enough to fully reap fibre’s impressive health benefits.
The good news: summer is a great time to increase your daily fibre intake by taking advantage of seasonal produce and plant-forward meals.
Here’s a quick primer on dietary fibre, plus simple ways to add this season’s fibre-rich foods to your summer meals.
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