By Niveditha Kalyanaraman
October 18th, 2023
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Fibre is a type of carbohydrate and is abundant in plant-based foods. Both the soluble and insoluble kinds help in weight loss by keeping you full for long. Here are 7 fibre-rich foods that help in weight loss.
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Lentils are excellent sources of fibre, proteins, and minerals like manganese, potassium and iron. Lentils can be added to salads and vegetable stir-fries and to prepare dal or lentil soup, rasam and sambhar.
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Carrots are rich in vitamins A, C and K, magnesium, potassium and lots of dietary fibre. Consuming raw carrots in salads, vegetable bhaji, in breakfast items like upma and poha is a great way to up your fibre intake.
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Chia, flax, pumpkin and sunflower seeds are loaded with healthy fats and dietary fibres. This fibre helps bulk up stools, increases satiety levels and makes you eat less.
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Figs are sweet and have a granular texture. Figs or anjeers are rich in fibre and other nutrients like Vitamins A and K, protein and folate.
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Gooseberry or popularly called amla, is a rich source of vitamin C and fibre. It helps in suppressing hunger pangs and assisting your weight loss journey.
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Cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli can increase your fibre intake and help you manage your weight effectively.
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Whole grains are an excellent source of dietary fibre. A few whole grains that you can add to your meals are millet, barley (jau), sorghum (chara), and amaranth (kuttu).
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