10 tips for increasing fibre intake:
1. Add dried fruits to salads, slaws and casseroles.
2. Include the skins of fruits and vegetables (such as potatoes and pears) in cooking.
3. Add seeds and nuts to meals.
4. Pack slaws, which keep relatively well, in bagged lunches.
5. Experiment with root vegetables (potatoes, carrots, parsnips and beets) to create interesting fibre-filled side dishes.
6. Choose whole-grain breads, pasta and cereal and brown rice.
7. Read nutrition labels on packages and recipes. A high source of fibre is usually 4 g per serving.
8. Add wheat bran to smoothies, cereal and cottage cheese.
9. Add beans, lentils and legumes to stews, salads and other dishes.
10. Drink plenty of fluids when increasing fibre intake to help your body adjust to digesting fibre.
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