Increasing fiber intake through vegetables and psyllium husk is key to preventing constipation on low-carb diets. Understand the benefits of soluble vs. insoluble fiber for boosting metabolism and maintaining long-term kidney health.
You’ve been adding ground flaxseed to your diet to reap the health benefits of this tiny seed, including prevention of high cholesterol and heart disease, management of menopausal symptoms, and even protection against some cancers. But you’ve also noticed an uptick in your discomfort from gas and bloating.
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Although fruits supply vitamins, minerals and other nutrients, they sometimes get a bad rap for being high in a natural sugar called fructose. This type of sugar is also found in many sweet treats and can lead to spikes and crashes in blood sugar.
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