The facts about fibre
Our fibre factsheet explains the importance of fibre for your health and how to get more in your diet.
Publication review date: November 2028
Fibre factsheet
Eating more fibre is one of the best ways to improve your health and can help reduce the risk of cancer. But what exactly is fibre and why is it so important?
This factsheet explains:
- What fibre is
- Why a fibre-rich diet is important for your health
- How much fibre you should eat each day
- What foods are a good source of fibre
- How to get more fibre in your diet
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