Fibre is an important part of a balanced diet. You can naturally find it in vegetables, fruit, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.

It supports normal bowel function and also provides nourishment for some of the beneficial bacteria in your gut microbiome. If your diet is too low in fibre, you may be more likely to experience slower bowel movements, harder stools or constipation.

There is also a connection between the gut and the brain, known as the gut-brain axis. This communication involves nerves, hormones and substances produced by gut bacteria. That is one reason why digestive health is considered part of overall wellbeing.

As a general guide, adults often need around 25 g of fibre per day for women and 30 g or more for men, depending on age and individual needs. Children need smaller amounts, with fibre requirements gradually increasing as they grow.

If you want to increase your fibre intake, it is best to start with foods that are naturally rich in fibre. Fibre-enriched products can also be used as a supplement to a varied diet.

In my video, I also show Fibre Concentrate and Multi-Fibre Drink. Fibre Concentrate provides fibre together with vitamin C and calcium, while Multi-Fibre Drink is mainly intended to help increase daily fibre intake.

When increasing fibre, do it gradually and make sure you drink enough water throughout the day.