Eating plenty of fibre helps lower your risk of heart disease, and some high-fibre foods can help lower your cholesterol.
Adults should aim for at least 30g of fibre a day.
Your diet should include a mix of sources of fibre, which include:
wholemeal bread, bran and wholegrain cereals
fruit and vegetables
potatoes with their skins on
oats and barley
pulses, such as beans, peas and lentils
nuts and seeds
Aim to eat at least 5 portions of different fruit and vegetables a day.
Adults should aim for at least 30g of fibre a day.
Your diet should include a mix of sources of fibre, which include:
wholemeal bread, bran and wholegrain cereals
fruit and vegetables
potatoes with their skins on
oats and barley
pulses, such as beans, peas and lentils
nuts and seeds
Aim to eat at least 5 portions of different fruit and vegetables a day.