Roughage helps reduce the risk of heart disease and bowel cancer, yet few of us eat enough of it. Here’s how to up your intake

Fibre, or roughage, refers to indigestible carbohydrates. A fibre-rich diet is linked to health benefits including a reduced risk of heart disease and bowel cancer. While UK guidelines say adults should get 30g a day, fewer than one in 10 meet this goal. Popular low-carb diets may be a reason why. Understanding what is in your food can help: a typical apple contains 2-3g of fibre, a sesame bagel about 4g. Jo Greening, a spokesperson for the British Dietetic Association (BDA), says it is worth checking the labels, as different brands have different levels of fibre.

(Adapted from: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/apr/01/five-ways-to-get-more-fibre-in-your-diet)

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