Getting enough fibre

Just a quick post reminding you that our bodies are designed to go to the toilet after each meal we eat so theoretically if you don't do a "no 2" every day you have seriously got to increase the amount of fibre you are eating.If your diet is high in refined foods such as white bread and also a lot of meat but low on fresh vegetables it is likely that there is a serious backlog happening in your digestive tract.Think of your body like the kitchen sink - if you throw fat and other things down there it will get blocked.Foods that supply plenty of fibre are fruits, vegetables, whole grains but also some other special foods such as flaxseed and chia seeds.So to keep it simple just look at the amount of fibre you are eating and try and increase it.Half your dinner plate should be vegetables (no potato doesn't count) - does that sound like a lot?A great way to include flaxseed is in these sweet treats I made this week. I was doing a presentation at a local business hub about how to increase energy and productivity and as the event is called "coffee & croissants" I decided to make some healthy treats to take along and share.Here is the recipe if you want to have a go:ZITA’S APRICOT CHIA NUT BITESThese dairy, sugar ang gluten free sweet treats are packed with fibre, good fats and protein and can be stored in the freezer if you make a batch. Store in fridge once made. Ingredients can be found at good health food shops or online.Makes about 20 balls225g bag of chopped, dried, apricots (could use dates for a sweeter flavour.4 tablespoons flax seed1 tablespoon chia seeds2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil2 tablespoons unsweetened peanut butter1/2 cup ground almonds2 tablespoons tahini1 tablespoon cinnamon powder1 tablespoon vanilla powderBlend everything in food processor then make into balls and coat in sesame seeds.If you like the recipe feel free to share this blog post with your friends :)