Eating more fiber is great for your health? But it isn't always that simple. This is becasue fiber is not one nutrient, but rather a group of compounds found in plant foods and not all fiber is created equally. In this eisode we will dive further into this topic and discuss: What fiber actaully is The different ways that fiber types are classified H ... Show More
Mar 2026
Magnesium: Why It's Important and How to Get Enough Of It
Magnesium is involved in over 600 different processes in the body and can influence everything from sleep to blood sugar control, energy production, mental health, and bone health, to name a few. Despite its importance, nearly half of Americans don’t get enough magnesium in their ... Show More
14m 5s
Feb 2026
Coaching Strategies for Overcoming Self-Sabotage
Most people don’t fail to reach their health and fitness goals because they lack knowledge. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas joins me to discuss what self-sabotage is, why it happens, how it shows up in everyday life, and strategies for identifying and overcom ... Show More
34m 22s
Feb 2026
How to Reverse Prediabetes
Did you know that 100 million people in the US have prediabetes? Prediabetes is one of the biggest health challenges that our country faces. It increases the risk of diabetes, but also increases the risk of heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, and more. The good news is that most ... Show More
25m 14s
Nov 2025
#372 - AMA #77: Dietary fiber and health outcomes: real benefits, overhyped claims, and practical applications
View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter breaks down the science of dietary fiber, moving beyond the blanket advice to "eat more fiber" to unc ... Show More
24m 14s
Oct 2022
Fiber: Why it’s important and how to get more of it
Diets rich in fiber are associated with good heart health and metabolic wellbeing. This type of diet can do wonders for our gut microbiome. With so many benefits, relatively low cost, and high availability, fiber should be a staple nutrient in our diets — but most of us have a de ... Show More
15m 10s
Feb 2020
560 - Fiber 2.0—Fiber's New Science of Health-Boosting Benefits
Fiber is so much more than "roughage!" From your heart, to your bones, to your microbiome, the list of health benefits linked to fiber keeps getting longer. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/new-fiber-benefits | Check out all the Quick and Di ... Show More
11m 50s
Oct 2024
Fiber: The Secret to a Healthier, Happier You?
We hear about fiber as the main ingredient for a good poo. But we’re starting to hear that it’s much more than that! Fiber is being hailed as a powerhouse nutrient, from powering up your gut and boosting your mental health to even helping with weight loss. So, does fiber really l ... Show More
36m 11s
May 2024
Fiber has tons of benefits. Here's how to eat more of it
Fiber is a dietary superhero. It lowers cholesterol, helps regulate blood sugar levels and keeps your hunger in check. But chances are, you're not getting enough of it. NPR health correspondent (and fiber fanatic) Maria Godoy shares easy ways to up your fiber intake. Plus, the sc ... Show More
15m 12s