Top Weight Loss Mistakes Made by Women Over 50

14. Not Having Enough Fiber In Your Diet Can Jeopardize Your Weight Loss

When you’re over 50, you should already be adding more fiber to your diet to keep you regular. However, did you know that having more soluble fiber in your diet will also help you lose weight? Viscous fiber can reduce your appetite, making you feel more full for much longer so that you’re managing your portions much more easily. You’re also less likely to snack on unhealthy foods throughout the day.

Viscous fiber has also been shown to reduce the number of calories that your body is absorbing. Doubling your intake of this kind of fiber can result in as much as 130 fewer calories in a given day. It is beneficial since those are unnecessary calories that your body didn’t need anyway, such as processed sugar or fried foods. Add a bit of viscous fiber to every meal if you can, but ensure you’re also getting your other nutrients.