San Diego Embraces Fibermaxxing: A Nutritional Wave Sweeping the Coast
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San Diego Embraces Fibermaxxing: A Nutritional Wave Sweeping the Coast
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San Diego Embraces Fibermaxxing: A Nutritional Wave Sweeping the Coast |
From farmers markets to local cafés, high-fiber foods are fueling the city's active lifestyle |
San Diego's vibrant food scene is riding a new wave: fibermaxxing.
This trend emphasizes high-fiber diets to support the city's dynamic, health-conscious community.
At the Ocean Beach Farmers Market, vendors are showcasing an array of fiber-rich produce.
Shoppers can find fresh berries, leafy greens, and whole grains, all celebrated for their gut health benefits.
Surfers and beachgoers are fueling up with black bean and brown rice burritos, rebranded as "fibermaxxed fuel" by local food trucks.
In North Park, cafés are introducing overnight chia puddings and oat bran muffins.
These offerings cater to residents seeking sustained energy for their active days.
Similarly, smoothie bars near Mission Beach are topping bowls with flax, hemp, and pumpkin seeds.
"People want meals that last through a surf session or a long day at work," noted a Hillcrest café owner, highlighting the growing demand for fiber-rich options.
Even breweries are joining the movement.
In Little Italy, tasting rooms are pairing craft beers with fiber-rich snacks like roasted chickpeas and whole-grain pretzels.
Meanwhile, UC San Diego nutrition students are hosting pop-ups to educate the community on the science behind gut health and fiber's role in overall wellness.
In San Diego, fibermaxxing isn't just a diet trend.
It's a lifestyle choice that complements the city's surf, skate, and sunshine culture.
By embracing high-fiber foods, residents are nourishing their bodies and supporting their active, coastal way of life. |