Fiber Supplementation

Fruits and vegetables are an excellent source of fiber

It won’t take long once you begin to browse through our FitTrek program plans to find that we recommend psyllium fiber (i.e. Metamucil). Here at GetFitDoc.com, we personally recommend sugar free Metamucil (only 20 calories per serving), one rounded teaspoon in 8oz of water, 2-3 times daily. Why fiber? The FitTrek program is not only about losing weight and building muscle, it is also about leading a healthy lifestyle. 7g of soluble fiber each day has been shown to help lower cholesterol levels, which could help reduce your risk of heart disease. Furthermore, our programs have scheduled fiber consumption during the two scheduled daily snacks in our training programs, thus aiding in satiety. In addition to the cholesterol lowering benefits, fiber also helps to prevent diverticulosis (outpouchings of the intestinal tract which can become impacted with fecal matter and inflamed, a condition known as diverticulitis). 60% of Americans aged 60 and over have diverticulosis, thanks to our high fat, low fiber diets, putting them at risk for diverticulitis. If that is not enough, soluble fiber helps soften feces, thereby decreasing strain at each bowel movement. This directly reduces the incidence of hemorrhoids.

Fiber supplementation is not just for the elderly. It should be a part of every healthy lifestyle. You can purchase your fiber supplement at your local pharmacy, or you can get it online. Either way, we STRONGLY recommend making it a part of your diet.