Example of Foods to eat
Vegetables
Artichokes, 10 grams of fiber
Broccoli, 5 g of fiber per cup
Brussel sprouts, 4 g of fiber per cup
Grains
Bulgur, 8 g of fiber per cup
Quinoa, 5 g of fiber per cup
Brown rice, 4 g of fiber per cup
High-Fiber Food Facts: Bulgur is cracked wheat and a staple of the Mediterranean diet. It’s a good vegetarian source of protein. It may help reduce the risk of heart disease and is the perfect addition to a low glycemic index diet.
Beans
Navy beans, 19 g of fiber per cup
Garbanzo beans,13 g of fiber per cup
Kidney beans, 13 g of fiber per cup
High-Fiber Food Facts: Navy beans are high in magnesium, which lowers your blood pressure. Also, navy beans are an excellent source of folic acid; one serving will give you almost 2/3 of your daily value.
Fruits and Nuts
Figs, 14 g of fiber per cup
Prunes,12 g of fiber per cup
Pear, 5 g of fiber
Almonds, 4 g of fiber per cup
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