How to Use Fiber Tabs to Lose Weight

In the battle against weight loss, it helps to bring all of your proverbial guns to bear, avoiding no potential route for improving your dieting results. On nearly any diet which operates on a caloric deficit, hunger pangs will become an issue that can undermine the willpower of even the most determined dieter, increasing the likelihood of unplanned "cheats". Avoid this pitfall through the use of fiber tabs. According to information from the University of California, fiber can increase satiety (feelings of fullness), which can help keep you on track with your dieting efforts.

Instructions

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  Purchase a quality, name-brand fiber supplement like Metamucil. Do not make the mistake of attempting to save money on a cheaper brand of fiber tablets, as low-grade dietary supplements are more likely to predispose you to digestive issues due to low-quality ingredients. While you can always try a cheaper brand of fiber tablet to see if there are any adverse effects, you should always have a name-brand product on hand to fall back on if needed.

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  Take one or two fiber tablets 10 to 20 minutes before each meal to increase your overall level of satiety. This will cause your body to become full faster and remain full for longer, slowing digestion and keeping you on track with your diet. Always remember to take the fiber tablets according to label instructions, which normally require you to take them with a certain amount of water to minimize the potential of adverse digestive effects such as constipation or diarrhea.

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  Count the grams of carbohydrates and calories present in the fiber tablets against your dietary goals. Although each tablet will only have a minimal amount of calories or carbohydrates, it is still important to denote them in your dieting log to avoid accidentally exceeding either your carb allowances or your planned caloric intake level for the day.