Fiber???you know it’s good for you, but do you know why? It’s one of those nutrients you see advertised in big, bold writing on cereal boxes, but cereal isn’t the only way to get your dose of fiber. A high-fiber diet can play a big role in helping you lose weight. Learn why and how you can incorporate more of the nutrient into your diet.

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What if I told you it???s possible to lose weight and eat fewer calories without feeling hungry? Sounds great, right? And it???s not only possible, it???s what you should plan to do if you want to lose weight and keep it off.

How? Follow these five principles:

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You may have heard that high-fiber foods are an excellent choice for those trying to lose weight ??? and they are ??? but they???re good for you for a number of other reasons as well.

One health benefit of eating high-fiber foods is that they encourage a healthy gastrointestinal (GI) tract because much of the fiber passes through the large and small intestines intact. This so-called ???roughage??? is good for all sorts of health issues from colon cancer to diverticulitis to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

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