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- The UK, via the National Health Service (NHS), emphasizes higher fiber intake as over 90% miss the daily target.
- Dr. Emily Leeming notes fiber reduces cholesterol, stabilizes blood sugar, and promotes gut health.
- High-fiber foods—whole grains, beans, and nuts—deliver more fiber than fruits and vegetables.
- Higher fiber intake links to lower body weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol, supporting heart health.
