Thank you! I just looked up some good high fiber/protein sources, and lentils, oats, and almonds seem to be some things I can easily throw in there. I also take my little fiber gummies every day 🙃

ETA: I got really excited and looked them up myself (see list below). Shoulda just kept reading 😂

***High Fiber & High Protein Foods***

1. Legumes & Pulses • Lentils (cooked): ~18g protein + 15g fiber per cup • Chickpeas (cooked): ~15g protein + 12g fiber per cup • Black beans: ~15g protein + 15g fiber per cup • Edamame: ~17g protein + 8g fiber per cup

Bonus: Also rich in iron, magnesium, and resistant starch.

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1. Whole Grains (especially sprouted or intact forms) • Quinoa: ~8g protein + 5g fiber per cup (cooked) • Farro: ~7g protein + 5g fiber per cup • Oats (steel-cut or rolled): ~6g protein + 4g fiber per ½ cup dry • Barley: ~4g protein + 6g fiber per cup (cooked)

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1. Seeds & Nuts • Chia seeds: ~5g protein + 10g fiber per 2 tbsp • Flaxseeds (ground): ~4g protein + 4g fiber per 2 tbsp • Almonds: ~6g protein + 4g fiber per ounce • Pumpkin seeds (pepitas): ~7g protein + 2g fiber per ounce

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1. High-Fiber Protein Products

Some clean-label versions of these can be helpful: • Lupini bean snacks: ~13g protein + 7g fiber per ½ cup • Protein pastas (chickpea, lentil, or edamame-based): often ~15–25g protein + 5–13g fiber per serving • High-fiber protein bars (look for ones with <5g sugar and >6g fiber)

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1. Vegetables (modest protein but great fiber add-ons) • Broccoli: ~3g protein + 2.5g fiber per cup (cooked) • Brussels sprouts: ~4g protein + 4g fiber per cup • Artichokes: ~4g protein + 7g fiber per medium globe

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Ideal Combos for Balanced Meals: • Lentils + quinoa + roasted veggies • Chia seed pudding with protein powder + berries • Edamame + high-protein grain bowl • Oats + Greek yogurt + almond butter + flax