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Why you're probably not getting enough fibre – and how to fix it

August 29, 2024 0:35:37 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

New, so-called ‘superfoods’ frequently find their own moment in the spotlight. But what if there was one type of food that really did help with everything?

Well, microbiome scientist, dietician and ex-chef Dr Emily Leeming thinks that the magic ingredient could be fibre. Following the release of her book Genius Gut, we spoke about how eating more fibre can not only improve your day-to-day life, but also lower your risk of death – from bettering your mood to helping you control your appetite, and even slowing your ageing.

Listen on for Emily’s cooking and meal prep tips for upping your intake!

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