{"id":61987,"date":"2025-10-05T08:35:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-05T08:35:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/61987\/"},"modified":"2025-10-05T08:35:06","modified_gmt":"2025-10-05T08:35:06","slug":"gastroenterologist-says-95-of-people-dont-get-enough-fibre-shares-tips-to-boost-intake-without-skipping-protein","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/61987\/","title":{"rendered":"Gastroenterologist says \u201895% of people don\u2019t get enough fibre\u2019; shares tips to boost intake without skipping protein"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In today\u2019s busy lifestyle, most of us are so focused on hitting our protein goals that we often forget about the other crucial component of a healthy diet, fibre. From improving digestion and supporting gut health<\/a> to regulating blood sugar and keeping cholesterol in check, fibre plays a vital role that can\u2019t be overlooked. Yet, many struggle to include enough of it in their meals, especially without compromising on protein intake.<\/p>\n

\"Discover Discover the best protein and fibre sources to support your digestive health. (Unsplash) <\/p>\n

Dr Joseph Salhab, a gastroenterologist<\/a>, in his October 4 Instagram post, explains how you can maximise fibre intake while still meeting your protein needs, sharing practical tips and easy swaps that make healthy eating simple and sustainable. (Also read: Fortis gastroenterologist says include \u2018jowar, bajra and ragi rotis\u2019 in your diet; shares their amazing health benefits<\/a> )<\/p>\n

\u201cShockingly, 95% of people don\u2019t get enough fibre<\/a> in their diet,\u201d says Dr Joseph. Ideally, you should aim for 30 to 35 grams of fibre a day. And the good news is, you don\u2019t have to choose between protein and fibre, many foods actually give you a healthy dose of both.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here are Dr Joseph\u2019s top recommendations to help you boost fibre while keeping protein in the mix:<\/p>\n

1. Legumes and pulses<\/p>\n

Lentils, chickpeas<\/a>, black beans, kidney beans, edamame, and split peas are excellent sources that pack both protein and fibre.<\/p>\n

2. Seeds and nuts<\/p>\n

Chia seeds, flaxseeds, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, walnuts, and peanuts are small but mighty additions to smoothies, salads, or snacks.<\/p>\n

3. Whole grains<\/p>\n

Quinoa, oats, barley, bulgur, buckwheat, farro, and sprouted grain bread not only provide complex carbs but also deliver fibre and protein in every serving.<\/p>\n

4. Soy and plant-based proteins<\/p>\n

Tofu, tempeh, and soy protein powder<\/a> are versatile options that easily fit into meals while keeping fibre and protein levels high.<\/p>\n

5. Vegetables<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget your greens; broccoli, Brussels sprouts, spinach, artichokes, and green peas are fibre-rich and contribute protein to your plate naturally.<\/p>\n

Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.<\/p>\n

This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In today\u2019s busy lifestyle, most of us are so focused on hitting our protein goals that we often…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":61988,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[42663,42665,42664,41975,103,61,60,42662,42661],"class_list":{"0":"post-61987","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-health","8":"tag-barley","9":"tag-buckwheat","10":"tag-bulgur","11":"tag-gastroenterologist","12":"tag-health","13":"tag-ie","14":"tag-ireland","15":"tag-oats","16":"tag-quinoa"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61987","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=61987"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61987\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/61988"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=61987"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=61987"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=61987"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}