Could the missing ingredient in your daily diet be fiber?
On this episode of Late Night Health, Mark Alyn welcomes nutrition consultant and author Brenda Watson for a lively conversation about fiber and its role in digestive health, the gut microbiome, and feeling satisfied after a meal.
Drawing on more than three decades in natural health, Watson explains the differences between soluble and insoluble fiber and discusses how prebiotic fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria. She also explores the connections between fiber, appetite, sugar cravings, and overall health.
The conversation brings the subject straight to the dinner table. From salads and roasted vegetables to fruits, nuts, seeds, and beans, Mark and Brenda discuss everyday ways to add more fiber to meals. Watson emphasizes a food-first approach, gradually increasing intake, and understanding where supplements might help fill a gap.
With humor and practical examples, they tackle a topic many people hesitate to discuss—and explain why fiber deserves attention beyond occasional constipation. Watson also previews her forthcoming book, The Hunger Reset, expected in 2027.
Learn more at BrendaWatson.com.
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