What Are the Best High-Fiber Foods for Smoothies?
Smoothies are a convenient way to cool off while boosting your nutrition. However, not all smoothies are created equal, and what you put in your smoothie makes a big difference in its nutritional value—especially when it comes to fiber. Fiber is important for supporting healthy blood sugar levels, lowering cholesterol, improving gut health and keeping you full. Yet, less than 10% of Americans get enough fiber, so prioritizing it is important.
Fortunately, you can bump up the fiber and overall nutrition of your smoothie by adding fruit. But which fruits are best? We asked dietitians their favorite high-fiber fruits to add to smoothies, and here’s what they said.
1. Raspberries: Whether fresh or frozen, raspberries can take your smoothie up a notch. “Raspberries bring a bright tartness along with impressive fiber content per cup,” says Lisa Young, Ph.D., RDN. One cup of raspberries provides a whopping 8 grams of fiber, or 29% of the Daily Value.
Excerpted from Eating Well
