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Fiber product

Okay, so you know how your body needs food to get energy and grow big and strong? Well, there's a special type of food called fiber that helps you stay healthy in a different way.

Fiber comes from plants, like fruits, veggies, and whole grains. When you eat these foods, fiber gets into your belly and helps your body do a few things:

1. It helps you poop: Fiber makes sure your poop comes out easily and helps keep your belly from feeling uncomfortable or bloated.

2. It keeps you full: Fiber makes you feel full, even though you're not eating as many calories. This helps you not eat too much and stay at a healthy weight.

3. It keeps your heart healthy: Fiber helps your body get rid of extra cholesterol that could hurt your heart.

So, when we talk about fiber products, we mean things like fiber bars, gummies, or powders that have a lot of fiber in them. These products are made to help you get more fiber in your diet, which can be helpful if you don't eat a lot of plant-based foods.

But here's the thing: it's always better to get your fiber from natural sources, like fruits and vegetables, than from products. That's because foods with fiber also have other important nutrients your body needs to stay healthy.

So, if you're not sure if you're getting enough fiber, ask your grown-up to help you add more fruits, veggies, and whole grains to your meals. Remember, the best fiber product is the one that grows in the ground!