Have You Heard Of Fibremaxxing?
It’s the secret weapon you didn’t know about!
Fibermaxxing: Why Midlife Women in the UK Should Join TikTok’s Latest Health Trend
For once, the latest TikTok trend is actually worth listening to! Fibermaxxing is going viral, and it’s one wellness idea midlife women should definitely pay attention to.
So, what is fibermaxxing? It’s all about “maxing out” your fibre intake by centering meals around fibre-rich foods like beans, lentils, whole grains, nuts, seeds, fruit, and veg. While the name might be new, the concept isn’t. Public Health England recommends 30g of fibre a day, yet shockingly, only 4% of UK adults actually meet this target - and the rate is even lower among women in midlife.
That means 96% of us aren’t getting enough fibre, and our bodies are noticing every single day.
Why Fibre Matters Even More in Midlife
Balances Blood Sugar – Fibre slows digestion, preventing sugar spikes that trigger cravings and energy crashes.
Supports Gut Health – Fibre feeds good gut bacteria, helping regulate mood, hormones, and immunity.
Protects Your Heart & Hormones – Soluble fibre lowers “bad” LDL cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart disease.
Keeps You Fuller for Longer – High-fibre meals fight mid-afternoon slumps and reduce snacking habits.
If you’re in your 40s or 50s and struggling with midlife weight gain, fatigue, or cravings, fibre is your forgotten friend.
How to “Fibremaxx'“ Your Day
Practical, real-life swaps work best:
Breakfast – Stir chia seeds or flaxseed into porridge, yoghurt, or cereal.
Lunch – Add chickpeas to salads or lentils to soups and stews.
Snacks – Choose fruit with nut butter, oatcakes, or roasted chickpeas. Whitworth’s nuts, dried fruit and Wondermix packs are brilliant options to include as snacks.
Dinner – Fill half your plate with colourful veg and swap white rice for quinoa or brown rice.
No extremes. No fad diets. Just simple, sustainable upgrades.
The Final Word on Fibermaxxing
You’ve focused on protein. You’ve started strength training. Now it’s time to let fibre do the heavy lifting too. It’s the unsung champion of midlife health—fueling your hormones, stabilising energy, and supporting healthy ageing.
Ready for a simple step-by-step plan? Check out my guide, How to Kickstart Weight Loss & Feel Amazing Again, and discover the top 3 nutrition mistakes women 40+ make - and how to fix them.
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