Fibre - The Underrated Nutrient You're Sleeping On

Fibre - The Underrated Nutrient You're Sleeping On

Melanie de Laine

Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that your body can’t fully digest, but it plays a huge role in your gut health, digestion, and overall well-being. 

There are two types of fibre:

✔️ Soluble Fibre: Slows digestion & helps control blood sugar. (Oats, beans, fruits)

✔️ Insoluble Fibre: Adds bulk & keeps things moving. (Whole grains, veggies, nuts)

What does fibre do for us?

  • Regulates bowel movements by binding everything together- less stomach pains and uncomfortable bowel movements
  • Supports a healthy gut microbiome - food can be broken down and digested with greater ease
  • Keeps you fuller for longer, regulating hunger cues
  • The slow digestion stabilises blood sugar and prevents energy crashes
  • Removes waste, toxins, cholesterol and excess hormones through regular bowel movements

A Sample Day Of Eating For 30g Of Fibre:

🍳 Breakfast: Oats with chia seeds, berries, & a scoop of Ivy Nutra Vanilla Maple Protein (10g fibre)
🥗 Lunch: Quinoa salad with chickpeas, spinach, avocado & olive oil (8g fibre)
🍫 Snack: Dark chocolate & almonds (4g fibre)
🥘 Dinner: Grilled salmon, brown rice & roasted broccoli (6g fibre)
🍓 Evening: Strawberry smoothie with Ivy Nutra Strawberry Burst Protein & flaxseeds (4g fibre)

Hitting your fibre goals doesn’t have to be complicated—small swaps make a big difference!

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