India, April 22 -- A new study in the British Journal of Nutrition examined how fiber intake affects weight loss and the best time to consume it.
Fiber is very important when trying to lose weight because it helps you feel full and may reduce how much you eat. It's a type of carbohydrate that the body doesn't fully digest. It also helps keep your digestion healthy, supports good gut bacteria, keeps bowel movements regular, and may lower the risk of diseases like colon cancer.
In the study, people ate nearly half of their daily calories in the morning. Those who ate more fiber (at least 30 grams a day) felt fuller and had better control over their appetite than those who ate less fiber.
Both high-protein and high-fiber breakfasts helped p...