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Americans Don't Eat Enough Fiber. Here's Why That Worries Nutrition Experts

Protein may be hot, but it's fiber that Americans need to eat a lot more of. The latest science suggests fiber is more consequential to our health than previously understood. Found in fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grains and other plant foods, it fills us up and aids digestion. It lowers cholesterol and helps keep blood-sugar levels stable. People who eat high-fiber diets have lower risks of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and several types of cancer, according to studies.