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

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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A person stands holding oats and beans in his hands, signifying the high-fibre foods mentioned in this guide.
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Five easy nutritionist-approved ways to boost your fibre intake every day

How much fibre should you eat everyday? Discover this nutritionists approved tips to add more fibre to your diet, support gut health, and boost energy.
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A person is holding a plate of beans and toast and a glass of water, alluding to the benefits of drinking water to help people increase fibre intake.
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Fibremaxxing explained: benefits, side effects, and how to do it right

Learn what fibremaxxing really means, the science-backed benefits for gut health and disease prevention, and how to avoid common side effects.
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A spread of high-fibre foods including oats, beans, vegetables and wholegrain bread
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Fibre under fire: debunking Eddie Abbew's claims that humans don’t need it

We fact-check recent claims by Eddie Abbew that fibre isn't essential, reviewing the science on its role in digestion, immunity, and long-term disease…
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