Dear Friend,

Fiber is arguably one of the most important components of The Hormone Balancing Plate, that is because fiber is foundational to good health. Eating sufficient fiber daily has been shown to protect us against several diseases. This power to protect makes fiber a key player in our longevity. Sadly, fewer than 15% of Americans are eating enough fiber daily. Read on to learn the benefits of fiber, how much fiber you need, and which foods are rich in fiber. 

Benefits of Fiber include:

• better cognitive function; 

• improved gut health which lowers inflammation, improves sleep, and can alleviate gas, bloating, and constipation;

• boosted mood and immunity;

• more harmonized hormones;

• stabilized blood sugar levels;

• lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglycerides which may protect postmenopausal women from heart disease; 

• weight management due to reduced cravings, regulated appetite, and increased satiety.

Women in midlife and beyond should strive to consume 25 to 30 grams of fiber daily. 

If you haven’t been consuming that much fiber give your body a chance to adjust by making sure you are drinking plenty of water and increasing your fiber intake slowly.