One of the most commonly used ways to lose weight is the caloric deficit. The idea is simple: eliminate as many calories as you can in order to decrease the number on the scale. Generally, the recommended daily calorie intake is 2,000 calories a day for women and 2,500 for men.

I recently read about a supplement that promoted up to 30 pounds of weight loss in just 30 days. The results were shocking – they also seemed ridiculous. Then I read the fine print that basically said 90% of the weight loss was water.

So, if I drink a glass of water would I gain it all back?

If losing weight is one of your goals this year, then don’t forget to add more fiber to your diet. In addition to keeping you regular, consuming enough fiber each day will help you shed unwanted pounds and maintain a healthy weight. Here are 7 ways that eating more fiber will help you lose weight.