Eat more soluble fiber

Soluble and insoluble fibers are the two types of fiber available. Insoluble fiber is primarily used as a bulking agent to help in the passage of stool through the intestines. Meanwhile, soluble fiber is responsible for many of fiber's health benefits, such as lowering cholesterol and hunger suppression.

A relationship between high soluble fiber intake and enhanced insulin sensitivity has been discovered in some research. In a study of 264 women, researchers discovered that those who ate more soluble fiber had considerably lower levels of insulin resistance. Soluble fiber also helps in the feeding of beneficial bacteria in the gut, which has been related to improved insulin sensitivity. Foods that are rich in soluble fiber include legumes, oatmeal, flaxseeds, vegetables like Brussels sprouts, and fruits like oranges.