It’s something many of us consider a necessary evil: ingesting sufficient fiber to keep our digestive track humming along. But if shredded wheat is not your idea of a good time, take heart: there are tastier ways to get fiber into your system and many reasons beyond the bathroom to make sure you get enough fiber in your diet. Turns out fiber has essential “anti-aging” properties to support healthy aging, including lowering risks for inflammation and high cholesterol, and protecting joints. Consumer Reports has a new piece out detailing types of fiber, food sources and health benefits. So take out some raspberries and Read Here. And if you’re looking for a way to introduce more fiber into your diet, check out recipes from the Mayo Clinic Here.