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Explore evidence-based articles on fibre, including gut health, food sources, recommended intake and common nutrition myths.

Bowl of high-fibre foods including rolled oats, chia seeds, raspberries, broccoli and crackers next to a glass of water containing visible coloured microplastic particles
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Nutrition

Can fibre help your body excrete microplastics?

Among many claims circulating about microplastics and potential solutions, this article examines the claim that fibre is your best bet against microplastics.
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A plate is full of fibrous foods, such as whole grains and vegetables
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Why 96% of UK adults miss daily fibre goals (and how to fix it)

96% of UK adults miss the 30g daily fibre target. Learn why we're falling short, which high-fibre foods help, and simple swaps you can make to boost…
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A person holds a bowl of chia seeds, yoghurt, and fruit. This symbolises the fact that many people enjoy this as a breakfast option.
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Health

Does yoghurt cause gut disruption?

Some influencers warn against mixing yoghurt and fibre-rich foods — but evidence suggests this combination is safe and may actually support gut health.
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A photorealistic 1920x1080 image of a cozy breakfast table in soft morning light, styled with a subtle grainy texture and a 90s color tone. The foreground shows a bowl of oatmeal with colorful fruit, wholegrain toast on a pink plate, a small bowl of small pui lentil salad, and a cup of coffee or herbal tea on a wooden table. The setting features gentle golden-hour side lighting, muted warm colors, and faint green accents. The background is softly blurred with vintage details like textured wallpaper and sunbeams through a window, evoking a nostalgic, comfortable kitchen atmosphere. Add a soft film grain for realism and warmth—food arranged naturally, not perfect. Minimal imperfections like crumbs or uneven slices for authenticity. If adding text: ” Overall mood is inviting, understated, and quietly wholesome, channeling the feel of a 1990s food magazine.
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How much fibre should you eat everyday? Why most of us fall short of the recommneded intake, and what Rhiannon Lambert’s new book adds

How much fibre should you eat everyday? Rhiannon Lambert’s new book explains why fibre matters and offers practical tips to close the gap for better...
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