If you’ve scrolled through health or wellness content lately, you might have seen the words fibre maxxing. Unlike so many fads, this one’s refreshingly simple: it’s about eating more fibre, mostly from whole foods, to support digestion, energy, and long-term health.
And here’s the best part: it isn’t about restriction or complicated rules. It’s about adding foods that make you feel good.
Why Fibre Matters So Much
Fibre is great for everyone, but for women in their 30s and 40s, fibre can be a real game-changer to help you feel your best:
- Better digestion: Fibre feeds the good bacteria in your gut and keeps things moving smoothly.
- Stay fuller for longer: Whole grains, beans, fruit, and veggies help keep hunger in check which is handy for busy days when meals can get pushed back, or if you’re trying to lose weight.
- Heart and hormone health: Soluble fibre helps lower cholesterol and balance blood sugar, while steady energy supports mood and focus.
- Long-term protection: A higher-fibre diet is linked with many health benefits reduced risks of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and even certain cancers.
How to Start Fibre Maxxing
The trick is to make small swaps that stick. Try these ideas:
- Add chickpeas or lentils to salads or soups.
- Mix a tablespoon of chia seeds into oats.
- Add 100g of raspberries (fresh or frozen) to yoghurt.
- Toss 100g of peas into your pasta.
- Switch white rice or pasta for wholegrain versions.
- Snack on berries, popcorn, nuts, or seeds instead of ultra-processed snacks.
- Try overnight oats or a quinoa-based breakfast to kickstart your day with fibre.
👉 For a savoury, filling option, try my Savoury Quinoa Breakfast Bowl. It’s quick, nourishing, and keeps you satisfied well into the morning.
👉 If you prefer something sweeter, my Tropical Chia Seed Yoghurt Bowl is loaded with fibre and healthy fats.
A Few Words of Caution
Fibre maxxing isn’t about cramming down 30 grams of fibre on day one. Too much too fast can cause unwanted gut symptoms.
- Go steady: Increase fibre gradually so your body adjusts or you may end up with bloating and wind. If you already have a sensitive gut, try adding a little more fibre per day in the first week and gradually increase this over a series of weeks. If you feel uncomfortable it means you need to increase your fibre more gradually.
- Stay hydrated: Fibre needs water to do its job properly. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids through the day.
- Keep balance in mind: Don’t forget your protein, calcium, and healthy fats to keep your diet well balanced. This is especially important for women maintaining muscle and bone strength.
The Bottom Line
Fibre maxxing is more than just another viral trend, it’s a reminder to put more plants, grains, nuts, and seeds on our plates. For those of us juggling work, family, and everything in between, it’s a practical, sustainable way to feel better now and protect long-term health.
If you’re curious to give it a go, start small, add fibre-rich recipes like my Quinoa Breakfast Bowl or Chia Seed Yoghurt Bowl, and see how your body responds.
Simple changes, big results – that’s fibre maxxing done right.
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