There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble, and each plays different, yet important, roles in your body. “Fiber is the indigestible part of a carbohydrate that helps pull toxins and cholesterol out of our bodies, promotes good bowel function, slows down digestion, and supports blood sugar levels,” explains Abigail Rapaport, a New York City-based registered dietitian. But do you know why it’s healthy? (Or what foods it’s commonly found in?) If not, we’re here to help you out.
The USDA recommends women consume somewhere around 25 grams of fiber per day, while men should consume around 38 grams of fiber per day. You’ve probably been told that fiber is an important part of a healthy diet at one point or another.
