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10. Long-Term Risks of Eating Less Fiber

Dietary fiber offers many health benefits that go well beyond simply helping to regulate bowel movements. Many Americans already consume less than half of the USDA recommended daily fiber intake. According to research, consuming insufficient fiber can lead to heart attack and cardiovascular disease. Fiber also has a direct link to satiety, which is how the body determines it is full and to stop eating.

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