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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Emilie Lavinia

Why 96% lack this nutrient: Rhiannon Lambert on the UK’s food crisis

The UK has a nutrition problem, and it's not the one most wellness influencers are shouting about. While TikTok pushes high-protein everything, Britain quietly ranks second-worst globally for fibre intake.

Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert joins Emilie to expose the fibre gap, reveal why Parliament is finally paying attention, and explain how protein hype has distracted us from a genuine public health crisis. Only 4% of Brits meet the 30-gram daily target, and 80% think fibre is just about bowel movements - missing its profound impact on immunity, heart health, brain function, and even longevity.

Listen to the full episode of Well Enough with Rhiannon Lambert on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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