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Take Fiber to Lose Weight

Daily soluble-fiber supplements (such as Metamucil and Benefiber) may help you lose weight by curbing your hunger, according to a recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition. People who took them lost an extra 9 pounds over four months. Experts say eating fiber-rich foods each day can work similar magic. A few to try:

  • Oatmeal (1 cup, cooked, instant or regular)
  • Popcorn (3 cups, air-popped or microwaved)
  • Edamame (1/2 cup, cooked)
  • Raspberries (1 cup, fresh or frozen)
  • Potatoes (1 medium with skin, baked or roasted)
Last Updated: February 19, 2009
Filed Under: Nutrition and Eating Well
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  • I am not a big fan of supplements, but the PGX fiber supplement is a good option for people eating low-carb who need to keep the pipes clean.

  • Damanti Pradhan

    I am a mother of 10 months old child and my weight is 70 kg and my height is 5.2″ and my age is 20 years old. So i would like to request your kind self how can I lose my weight up to 60 kgs.

  • Damanti Pradhan

    I am a mother of 10 months old child and my weight is 70 kgs and height is 5.2″ and age is 29 years old. So how can I reduce my weight up to 60 kgs.

  • Me

    Dr. Oz backs this too. My best friend watches Oprah all the time and clued me in on this. Dr. Oz recommends you take the full tablespoon before your biggest meal. I personally do it in the morning before I drink a slim-fast. I like it best that way.

  • Darlene

    Where do you purchase the PGX fiber supplement? I would like to try it, but I do not recall seeing it where I purchase my supplements.

  • jennie

    as Darlene asked before , where do you purchase the PGX fiber supplement, i would really appreciate someone letting me know. thanks

  • R M

    When do the answers to our questions get answered?

  • Here is the PGX web site – http://www.pgx.com/Default.aspx

    They have a where to buy page – http://www.pgx.com/where/

    Good luck

  • Abram

    My girlfriend is gaining weight, and she is more concern about that.
    I will kindly like to ask your favor on this, I need to know what can I purchase from any famacy or what can be recomended for her.

    I will greatly appreaciate for your help in this regard

    Abram

  • Donna

    I Googled PGX fiber supplements and got a whole slew of articles and stuff. Try this one:

    http://www.slimstyles.com/articles.htm

  • LERIE

    i am 20 yrs of age and weighing 85kg how do i lose weight to 55kg at least

  • sandeep shelke

    u can always contact me to loose weight.
    just mail or call 09422213560

  • Fiber is good, but taking to much of it will make your stomach `hard and you will have a hard time while at the restroom…

  • Meenu

    please send me alvise to loose weigh, but I am having a problem headache.

  • tasnuba

    hi, i am tasnuba from tx. i am 22 yrs old. my hight is 5.1″ and my weight is 120lb. how can i loss my stomach fat? its really bother me. and my husband want me to loss my weight minimum 5 lb. plzz help me out.

  • carol

    here’s a clue for weight loss…calories in < calories out. decrease portion size, make healthy choices (ie fruits and veggies + whole grains and EXERCISE.

  • Healthy Woman

    I use the Perfect Meal as part of my weight management program. It is a great tasting meal supplement that is high in healthy protein and fiber.Perfec Meal by Garden of Life contains Fibertrol, a proprietary fiber blend that includes glucomannan derived from Konjac root, which is a traditional Japanese food. It helps you feel full longer, reducing unnecessary food cravings that can lead to overeating during meals and overindulging on unhealthy snacks between meals.

  • Dee

    Tasnuba – 120 lbs is NOT overweight for a 22 yr old 5′1″ woman. To keep fit, get active – go out for a walk 20-30 mins each day, eat lots of veggies with your meals and watch your portions, this will keep you in peak condition. As for your husband, tell him to get real!! – look around and enjoy the svelte, beautiful woman that he has! The easiest way to loose weight is to get abundant compliments on how good we look from those we love.

  • Full figure

    I am 5′10 and 260lbs. from texas. Most of my weight is my stomache patial from 2 c-sections. how can I loose that stomache fat. is there any specific exercise I can do. Any supplements that will help me?

  • Shanna

    If you are serious about losing weight, Slim-fast really can help. It is great if you are on-the-go in the morning. If you’re not, and you have time to eat breakfast, frontload your day! Eating lots of protein and fiber in the mornings (I like eating a couple of eggs and a package of fruit and cream oatmeal in the mornings, plus a yogurt/bagel/etc). This will help you stay fuller longer so you won’t feel miserable and hungry throughout the day. In addition, I love to snack on yogurt and/or granola bars. Eating several times throughout the day (every 2-3 hours if you can, even something small) will help keep your metabolism running high!

    Back to the Slim-fast, like I said, its great if you are on the go. It also makes a great snack or tide-me-over between lunch and dinner, especially if you have a big gap between the two. Again, front-load your day, eat a medium lunch and a light dinner. If youre going to have something calorie or fat-filled, try to do it early.

    As for exercise, Cardio is great for losing weight, but if you want to keep it off, you have to weight train and build muscle. You burn more calories while resting when you have more muscle mass. Be sure to get enough sleep and exercise regularly, atleast a 30 minute walk at a brisk pace.

    There are lots of great resources out there. For work-outs, check out the Self magazine website. Feel free to ask me questions!

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