What fiber can do for you

Jenny Shrodes, LD, CDCES, registered dietitian at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, explains how much fiber the average person should be eating — and it’s more than you think.

Bowls of fiber rich foods with text reading Fiber

Let's be honest: when it comes to implementing a healthy diet, most people focus on their intake of nutrients like carbs and protein — not fiber. If that sounds like you, don't worry!

Jenny Shrodes, LD, CDCES, registered dietitian at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, is here to help. Join her in this Knowledge Drop as she breaks down how much fiber you really need, how to find healthy fibrous foods, and the many health benefits of increasing your daily intake of this essential nutrient.