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The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast

The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast

5 signs of low fibre and how to eat 30g a day without getting bloated | Dr Emily Leeming

Jul 15, 2026 · 1h 23m

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I’ve been talking a lot about healthy protein and sometimes it can feel like you have to pick a side. Protein or fibre. But for long-term health, you want both on your plate. The problem is, 96% of people still don’t hit the recommended daily fibre target. Even if you eat vegetables at every meal. A salad is brilliant for micronutrients and polyphenols, but alone it’s usually not enough to reach the 30g of fibre a day linked to better gut health, satiety, cholesterol and a lower risk of disease. But for a lot of people, trying to eat more fibre comes with one big problem… bloating. So today I’m joined by Dr Emily Leeming , former chef, registered dietitian, scientist at King’s College…