How to Lower Your A1C with Psyllium Fiber
Benefits of Incorporating Psyllium Fiber into Your Diet
Some good, high-fiber choices for you to add to your diet are fruits, whole grains, vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds. If you are like the large majority of people, who have trouble consuming sufficient amounts of fiber through diet alterations, fiber supplements are a great way to up your fiber intake without the necessity of consuming high-fiber foods.
One terrific fiber supplement, Metamucil, is perfect for helping you reach your fiber goals. Not only can supplementing with Metamucil help you keep your blood-sugar levels stable, but it also has many other health benefits, including the ability to lower cholesterol levels. It also helps you feel full, which can aid in weight loss. The "wonder" ingredient in Metamucil is psyllium, which is a thick, bulk-forming fiber that can work magic on your body.
A1C, or the glycated hemoglobin test, is a blood test that gives the average of what the blood glucose has been over the previous 8-12 weeks. When your A1C is too high, that is when Metamucil's fiber products can really make a difference, especially the psyllium fiber.
In the past, psyllium fiber wasn't too appetizing, and this prevented many people from supplementing with it. Fortunately, with Metamucil's variety of flavors and products, you can incorporate psyllium fiber into your diet without difficulty.
Taking one of Metamucil's many psyllium fiber products, as long as it is used consistently and in conjunction with healthy diet and exercise practices, you and your doctor could be amazed at how much your A1C will have improved in only a few months.
Sources:
Mayo Clinic Staff, "Dietary Fiber: Essential for a Healthy Diet," MayoClinic.com.
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