If you notice your waistline is increasing, be sure you’re sticking to 15/6™. However, it’s more likely what you’re measuring is actually false belly fat. If you add more fiber to your diet than you're used to and you aren’t hydrated enough, you can accumulate false belly fat due to waste buildup. If you are drinking plenty of water and your elimination is still sluggish, your gut bacteria may be low (this is especially true if you’ve been taking antibiotics). The bacteria in your gut aid in peristalsis, which is the rhythmic contraction of the intestinal walls that literally keeps things moving. By simply adding a probiotic supplement to your diet, you can restore a healthy balance of beneficial bacteria that will make it easier for your body to clear the waste more efficiently. Also, be sure to get dietary fiber from other food sources such as brown rice, whole-wheat breads, and vegetables like artichokes and broccoli.