Are there any studies done on how the benefits (that are already proven in studies) of a high fiber diet depend on the amount of fiber? Especially in the higher range, like, if you consume 70 grams of fiber already,...
What would you incorporate into your daily diet to consistently get between 30-40g of fiber per day? I was surprised to see things like salad greens really don’t have that much. Other things I considered to be high fiber, like oats,...
I’m specifically talking about sugar and added sugar. If you eat 100g of added sugar how much would that actually harm you? I know with trans fat the fear is clogging your arteries, but what about with carbs (specifically sugars)? And are...
"Most people should consume 25-35 grams of fiber and 46-56 grams of protein each day." This is fine and all but that is an very low amount of protein for someone who is an athlete. I've looked for some standard of protein-to-fiber...
Hello r/nutrition! I have a question about fiber consumption as it relates to sugar metabolization. To protect the liver, does fiber need to be consumed simultaneously with the sucrose (e.g. fruit)? Is it just as beneficial to have a high fiber...
It's easily one of the most important nutrients diet wise when it comes to regulating weight, blood sugar, and diets high in it typically see lower rates of many types of disease. What's more, foods rich in fiber tend to...
I am a 23 year old, 6'4 male, who weighs 370 lb. I need to lose 70 lb in the next 40 days. Is this realistic, and if so, what kind of fasting schedule do I need to adhere to? I'm...
Welcome to the weekly [r/Nutrition](https://www.reddit.com/r/Nutrition/) feature post for questions related to your personal diet and circumstances. Wondering if you are eating too much of something, not enough of something, or if what you regularly eat has the nutritional content you...
This may be a silly question but: To my understanding unsaturated fats are those that are (generally) liquid at room temperature and are the healthy kind of fat. Saturated fats like butter are solid at room temp and will clog the...
I’m just curious.. you hear so many things about clearing skin with diet. Some say dairy, some say gluten. Does anyone know any real research on of all this and have the best advice?
As long as the fat is healthy it’s fine that it isn’t a low calorie choice
Im aiming to go for 7 days I weighed 70kg before the fast, now 66kg. When can i do the 7 day dryfast? I want to do it soon (for spiritual and heal purposes)
I know rice is only a small part of Japanese food and that idea is precisely a Western bias. Yet we tend to consider rice as a healthy food, heightened by the image Japanese people are seen as healthy and...
What does a healthy amount of fiber look like in a diet? I’ve been trying to research this buts it’s kinda confusing. Google says that men need 30 to 40/ women need 20 to 30 grams of fiber daily, but...
Hello, I was wondering what you guys think about the keto diet?
If I turn the source of fiber into powder then consume it, will it be as beneficial? Or does the texture play a role somehow? I’m asking for my pets but it’s probably the same answer. I have small tortoises and their...
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Got an exam tomorrow and wondered if there was an optimal food you should eat, regarding cognitive performance, concentration and attention. I heard that walnuts are good for your brain but I havent seen a study for it
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2022.806566/abstract Priority micronutrient density in foods Provisionally accepted The final version of the article will be published here soon pending final quality checks Notify me Ty Beal1* and Flaminia Ortenzi1 1Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), Switzerland Background: Despite concerted efforts to improve diet quality...
Even when in eating my balanced diet with my fiber, veggies, lots of water I feel backed up. I feel fine physically but just seem to have digestion problems. When I throw in more...
If yes, can you share your diet?
The title. Any supplements worth to take? Any multivitamins?
Would there be any negative effects of cycling between a 16:8 and 20:4 window every alternate day? My schedule with classes and social obligations would make this alternation ideal and was wondering if this would have any negative effects on...
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20190116-a-high-carb-diet-may-explain-why-okinawans-live-so-long I suspect that ultra-low fat intake can offset the effects of ultra-high carb intake. What do you think?
We've been on and off sick since September. I was doing a Thursday night to Saturday morning fast before but stopped for the last few months. In general I feel hungrier and more tired so it seemed sensible to stop. However...
I’m 8 weeks postpartum and started 16:8 and low carb 2 weeks ago. First week lost 8lbs and this week lost nothing. Please tell me it’s normal. I’m already irritated the scale hasn’t even moved 1 lb, I feel less...
I've been reading up on how sugar and fiber interact in the gut. It seems like in fruits, the natural fiber pretty much neutralizes any harm that might be done by the sugar. Is this also true of, for example,...
I've read differing opinions on this. If the goal is to **firm up** one's stool, which of these, in your opinion, is the best. Right before a meal? Right after a meal? Between meals? Edit: It wouldn't let me create a poll.
Background: I had gastric sleeve surgery before the pandemic and lost 140 lbs. I started at 315 lbs. I felt amazing! Then the pandemic started, I started working fr home and stopped exercising and eating a LOT more due...
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Fruit is good for you. Sugar is bad for you. Isn't this a contraddiction? Of course when we talk about sugar, we mean added sugar, but in the end sugar is still sugar. Then why fruit is considered healthy while sugar alone...
Does eating meat when your body has never consumed meat make your body feel like it's a foreign food substance or does nothing. Would meat take longer to digest in a vegetarian's alimentary canal or no? what's the exact biology that...
So I know it’s sugary and not great for you but is it at least good for getting your vitamins in?
Has anybody here had any success with the vertical diet? What do you feel the diets pros and cons are? How did your blood work look after being on the diet for a period of time? Do you feel the...
1) Why some nutrion guidelines recommdend eating meals high in protein and fiber whilst other recommend meals high in protein and fat? I know that protein is the most satieting macronutrient , is it fat more satiting than carbohidrates...
[Yesterday](https://www.reddit.com/r/nutrition/comments/satuz1/what_are_the_most_common_micronutrients/) the talk was about vegetarians/vegans. Let's reverse the question! And please, PLEASE provide data to support your claims... I'll start with [this report](https://www.inspq.qc.ca/sites/default/files/publications/931_rapportnutritionadultes.pdf) (Summary [here](https://www.inspq.qc.ca/pdf/publications/983_NutritionResume_FNL.pdf), both in French), which states that for adults in Quebec (traduction libre): - A very small proportion...
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I'm interested to hear your arguments against following a plant-based (plant-forward) diet. I don't mean vegan or vegetarian, but essentially an omnivore diet that's centered on whole plant foods (whole-food plant-based, WFPB) and sometimes adds animal-based and ultraprocessed foods. I'm surprised...
First there was keto and now the "carnivores" are on the rise. The "carnivore diet" seems to become a new trend and many people claim that it has benefits like: • losing weight without calorie counting • being healthier and feeling better • no...
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How do you balance eating healthy with indulging in your favorite treats?
What are peoples thoughts on this? Would a vegan based protein powder such as the product below fall in the Processed Fiber category? product: https://www.swansonvitamins.com/p/natural-factors-whole-earth-sea-protein-greens-organic-vanilla-chai-1-lb-7-1-oz-pwdr?SourceCode=INTL4071&showPopup=f&DFA=1&UTM_Medium=Shopping&UTM_Source=GOOGLE&UTM_Campaign=+Protein+and+Fitness&UTM_Content=PRODUCT_GROUP&SourceCode=INTL4071&gclsrc=aw.ds&gclid=CjwKCAjwqJSaBhBUEiwAg5W9p1IZyMl9K7TXP_Cj1SuvycsvyX2Sqz1i85tWeqh575oPXvwZ0ftImRoC2ssQAvD_BwE Link to article: https://www.google.com/amp/s/scitechdaily.com/diets-high-in-processed-fiber-may-increase-cancer-risk/amp/
I heard ghrelin levels are higher after periods of dieting. How can people reduce the high levels of ghrelin after a diet?
Hi everyone, I'm trying to decide what's a good grain to eat often for me. Lately I've really been into quinoa, but I'm wondering what others prefer. My criteria is that it has to have the fewest calories possible but...
Without supplements.
I’ve been told all my life that sugar in fruit is “healthy” but sugar in soda isn’t? Is there any real difference or are they basically the same thing?
Need Advice should i continue IF or stop it? I did my bloodwork last week and got the result. Total Cholesterol:255 mg/dl Ldl: 185mg/dl Hdl:48mg/dl Triglycerides: 40mg/dl VLdl: 8 mg/dl Weight: 67.5 kg Weight before i started IF 2 mos ago: 74kg My doctor prescribed me Apsirin...
May seem like a redundant question given essentially every piece of nutrition advice that exists. Obviously they're good for you but can you still get all required nutrient bases without eating veggies? Still eating whole foods obviously, grass-fed beef liver,...
One-size-fits-all diets are a great place to start your health journey. But we are all unique so certain foods that may work well for you may not work for others. What have you done to personalize your diet? What worked and...
I see these YouTube carnivores who only eat sticks of butter and steak and claim to be in wonderful health. I’m genuinely curious. Not hating.
What are some of the most scientifically proven health benefits of consuming a plant-based diet?
Is it worth putting chia seeds in my yogurt or oatmeal? What are the benefits? Or can I do without them?
I'm from a german speaking western Europe country so eating bread on a daily base is something a lot of people do. While I switched already to [whole grain bread](https://www.coop.ch/en/food/bread-baked-goods/durable-breads/toasting-bread-buns/prix-garantie-toast-dark/p/6753666?context=search&lang=en), I'll like to mix it up a bit and thought...
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Recently I found out that counting macros are essential for the body especially protein but should not be sole focus of your diet. Focusing on eating more nutritious foods like fruits and vegetables (nutrients per calorie)to complete the daily nutritional...
Yes, I too have seen the 35g for men, and 25g for women recommendation - that seems to be EVERYWHERE... but that is a maximum intake recommendation. What is the ideal range? Is it best to have no added sugar...
Hi! New here, sorry for format and if I sound a bit clueless. Been IF for about a year now, started slowly and I’ve lost 30lbs. Feeling good! I’ve noticed my weight loss has stalled though, but I don’t want to starve...
Hello! I am writing my undergraduate thesis and I need sources with Exact guidelines for the Mediterranean diet as how many servings of vegetables, nuts, and poultry is recommended. Thanks a ton for the help in advance!
Hello! I’ve been overweight for several years now. On and off diets where I’ll lose a few, then lose interest. Over the last 10 years, I’ve been as high as 346 and as low as...
Need a debate to be settled about calories in calories out. Person A eating 2,000 calories of healthy foods vs Person A eating 2,000 calories of let’s say McDonald’s While being moderately active and moderately going to the gym (nothing high intensity)....
So I've heard that when you make a smoothie with fruits and vegetables, the fiber is broken down, so the body processes the food much quicker, you get an insulin rush, and so it's not as healthy as just eating...
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It seems I was a bit off with my calories need. I have made new calculations and I would like to update My Fitness Pal app. Could you take a look and advise what macros to input into the app? F 46, ...
I'm looking to understand a metabolic phenomenon that is observed by many folks. I haven't found a good answer to this one yet. One is not so hungry, and then one eats something and then they feel a lot MORE...
My hope for this post is to see what else others changed when they started IF. My question is: what do I add next to my lifestyle changes to keep moving in the right direction. So far, I’m 2...
Just wanted to know that , Is exercise necessary? Can i lose weight just by walking? I can't go to gym and exercise at home due to some reasons
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I went to the doctor and my cholesterol is off the roof. To be clear, this is my fault and in no way is IF in itself responsible for my cholesterol levels, but because I've lost more weight than I...
When you began your journey with fasting did you eat your regular diet, just only during the time alloted or did you eat healthier? What about exercise? Did you try and bump up what you had been doing?
It is easy to maintain a lean physique while eating low carb, high fat, and high protein diet or keto. What are the downside of getting most of you calories from fat and protein and essentially neglecting carbohydrates?
Googling answers say that adults should have no more than 30g of sugars a day. I'm not too sure whether that's added (I'm guessing) or included with fruits and other stuff. Meanwhile carbohydrate intake is about 300g a day but...
Especially avocado on toast, it's one of my all-time favorite breakfasts but it always exceeds atleast 300-400 calories, and that's if you're having only one piece of toast, which let's be honest won't really keep you very full
I lost 100 lb from a strict keto diet back in 2014, but I didn't specifically try fasting in conjunction with that until now. I'm 22 lb over where I was when I originally lost weight and I want to...
Which health benefits do you gain from your choices?
Just a random thought
Hi everyone! I’ve used IF to get to my target weight before. So I know I /can/ do it, but I cannot get myself motivated this time round. With lockdown and taking 2 different drugs that have a side effect...
Some say it's poor on nutrients and only contain sugar (frutose), some say it's full on antioxidants and fiber, and the fiber will balance the "sugar". Though they only contain 4,5g of fiber. A moderate amount. (According to a quick look...
I saw this guy on the internet claiming to have 100g of fiber a day. I am curious as to how this could even be achievable. I know about Chia seeds but even then, one serving is only 10g.
Hey guys, I’m trying very hard to limit my sugar intake and it got a little crazy over the last year. One of the things I started doing is instead of 2 table spoons of sugar, I do one tablespoon...
I have a food addiction and I don't know what to eat when I break fast.
Hey, this question is for people who are trying to understand nutrition better. I want to know where do regular people struggle, any misinformation among general population, what would you like to be clarified? I'll be answering all of your...
Hey, I thought this would inspire some of you. I started my daily fasting routine on 1 May, 2020 and I still continue to fast daily to this day without fail. I was and still am on a Fat-based "VLCHF" diet of...
Heard a fitness instructor this morning say how bad avocado toast was (just in conversation) because it is a carb and a fat. Someone comments and says it is a “good” fat and if you have good bread, it’s fine!...
Seedless grapes of the "victoria" variety and it's almost like a grape candy, it's so sweet. New Mango varieties had no fiber at all, extremely smooth and extremely sweet. What would be the impacts of a diet rich...
The title basically! I know alot plays into scale weight, but just looking for other’s experiences!
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So after the thread yesterday, and just perusing the sub today and reading through various threads, this whole nutrition thing seems pretty confusing. There seems to be a lot of conflicting information out there, it seems that it is easier...
Hi, M23 BMI 29,I I managed to fast for a while year on 16/8 7 years ago, I gave a shot now but with 20/4,been doing good for the past week. However, today I avoided carbs and focused on fats...
Is this a healthier alternatives?
I’ve been meeting with a nutritionist to help with weight loss. They’ve given great tips, like lower sodium and sugar, increase veggies and water intake. One recommended I just don’t get & can’t find research on is avoiding avocados &...
What if instead of broccoli, one decides to eat lentils? What if one gets their fiber through some healthy granola? If one eats, in a day, tofu, peas, broccoli, lentils, and some kale, could one consider themselves “doing good” without...
Almost anyone I ask will tell me the same thing: eating dirty will cause increase in body fat or clean eating will prevent any increase in body fat. I thought that increase in body fat was purely a result of eating...
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A little about me, I started this journey at #262 lbs (6'1") and am shooting for a goal weight of #182. I am not obese, per se, but i do carry a lot of extra weight. My goal is to...
Pasta is said to be unhealthy but the nutrition facts really are not that bad at all. Whole grain pasta for example has a lot of fiber and nutrients and no sodium or fat and it even has less carbs...
I’m confused about how to tell if a meal/brand that is “protein packed” is for weight gain or weight loss. This is from someone who really doesn’t know much about fitness and needs to gain weight for medical reasons. The...
Hello, ​ I teach Nutrition at a high school and I am planning a nutrition label scavenger hunt at two different grocery stores--one with more organic products and one with more conventional. I easily could come up with a ton of products for...