Week 3 Check-In: Feeling Full, Feeling Good, Feeling FIBERED Up!

Hi Guys,

I can’t believe it’s already been three weeks into this wellness journey, and let me tell you—I feel great. This has honestly been one of the most eye-opening shifts I’ve ever made with food. I’ve been eating so well and consistently, and the best part? I’m not even hungry all the time. These fiber-rich meals I’ve been putting together keep me full so much longer.

I used to think I needed three meals a day, but now I’m naturally down to two. Some days I’ll juice—especially when I batch it ahead—but there’s no pressure. I’m just flowing with what feels right, and it’s working. 🙌🏾 I can easily go up to six hours without eating, and that’s something I never thought I’d say!

What makes me proudest is that this hasn’t just been about me. My whole family is on board. My 8-year-old has been eating quinoa, wild rice, beets, cabbage, and veggies like a pro. And just like that, she made the switch with us. No drama. No fuss. Just watching mom and dad and jumping right in. 🥹

My husband is looking amazing—leaner, lighter, and energized. And while I haven’t stepped on the scale, I know something’s working because my leggings are fitting a little looser these days. 👀👖

There was a moment last weekend that really showed me how far we’ve come. My daughter asked if we could order the McDonald’s Big Breakfast—the one with the hotcakes, sausage, eggs, and syrup. I had to pause and gently remind her that we’re eating differently now. Truth is, I used to order that same thing… and for me? It would be two McGriddles with egg and sausage and a medium coffee every Saturday morning. Whew 😅 growth!

These days, our house is full of vibrant fruits—dragon fruit, guava, mangoes, cantaloupe—you name it. And now whenever I scroll on social media and see someone’s plate, my first thought is: but where’s the fiber? 😂 Thank you Dr. B and Fiber Fueled! This book is changing my life one bite at a time.

And here’s the science behind what I’ve been feeling: I’ve been averaging between 32–41 grams of fiber a day. No wonder I’m not hungry lol.

According to Harvard Health Publishing, people who ate the most fiber reduced their risk of dying from cardiac disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and colon cancer by 16% to 24% compared to those who ate very little fiber. Even better—for every additional 8 grams of dietary fiber, the risk dropped another 5% to 27%. The greatest benefits were seen when daily intake was between 25 and 29 grams.

Here’s what really blew my mind: the average American adult only eats 10 to 15 grams of fiber a day. That’s less than half of what we should be getting. So it makes perfect sense why this change has been so transformative for me—I’m giving my body what it’s truly been needing all along.

I’m confidently stepping into week 4, not on a “diet,” but in a whole new lifestyle. One that’s filled with real food, better choices, and love. 💚

Source:

Bourassa, D. (2019, February 21). Should I be eating more fiber? Harvard Health Publishing. Read it here