Soluble & Insoluble Fibre

Fibre comes in two forms, soluble and insoluble, both are essential for good health

SOLUBLE FIBRE

• dissolves in water and other fluids turning into a gel-like form, once in the colon it feeds healthy good gut bacteria

• good sources of soluble fibre include, apples, oats, chickpeas, beans, peas, avocados, sweet potatoes, broccoli and bananas

INSOLUBLE FIBRE

• does not dissolve in water but instead absorbs fluids, sticking to other materials to form stools, resulting in bulkier, softer and more regular stools improving bowel health

• good sources include, nuts, berries, beans, leafy vegetables, cauliflower, seeds, wholegrains, potatoes with skins