Fibre levels are lower than they should be, according to new research (Image: Pexels) Brits are consuming only two-thirds of the recommended fibre levels, despite growing evidence that this readily available nutrient is crucial for warding off numerous gut health problems. The alarming findings come from a new report titled "Going against the grain", based on a survey of more than 1,000 UK adults aged 18 to 75+, which highlights the health implications of the nation's significant fibre deficiency and offers an easy fix. GP Dr Gill Jenkins said: "This new report, conducted on behalf of General Mills , the maker of brands like Fibre One, and based on UK dietary intake data, tells us that Brits are missing out on a third of the dietary fibre they should be consuming if they want to live long and healthy lives.
" The importance of fibre in our diet cannot be overstated - it nourishes beneficial gut bacteria and helps expel harmful bacteria and toxins from the digestive system. However, the lack of fibre intake can lead to serious digestive health issues. The survey further revealed a concerning gap in public knowledge, with 65% of British people not feeling confident about the connection between fibre intake and the promotion of good gut bacteria.
Unsurprisingly, many have suffered from digestive discomforts such as wind (54%), bloating (46%), diarrhoea (43%), hard stools (42%), or constipation (40%). function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.
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