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In a world where different fad diets fall in and out of favor, a high-fiber diet consistently checks every box when it comes to fueling good health. Eating foods that are higher in fiber can reduce the risk of chronic disease and make you feel full longer, which can help you stay at a healthy weight, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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If those health benefits aren’t already enough to have you reaching for a bowl of berries or handful of edamame, new research suggests that women who eat a diet higher in fiber are less likely to be depressed than women who consume less fiber.
Dietary fiber provides an abundance of health benefits: It relieves constipation, helps maintain a healthy body weight, boosts mental health and reduces the risk of chronic diseases, including diabetes and heart disease.