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Boost Your Fiber: Top Foods for Heart Health
11/5/2025
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- Most Americans do not meet daily fiber needs: 25 grams for women, 34 grams for men.
- Chia seeds lead with 10 grams of fiber per ounce, while flaxseeds provide 8 grams.
- Pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and peanuts also contribute fiber along with essential minerals.
- Incorporating these foods into meals can enhance nutrition and support digestion and heart health.
- The DASH plan urges fiber-rich foods to help manage blood pressure.
