Forgetting Fiber, Forgoing Health Benefits

Forgetting Fiber, Forgoing Health Benefits

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The health-informed and the diet-conscious urge you to include more fiber in your diet. But whats all the fuss?

Neglecting to include fiber in your diet means missing out on the important health benefits offered.

According to a study published by Nutrition Reviews, children and adults in the United States consume less than half of the daily recommended amounts of dietary fiber, approximately 28 grams a day for adult women and 36 grams a day for adult men.

A recent survey released by the Food and Drug Administration further concluded the following: The findings of FDAs latest survey on health and nutrition underscore that while United States consumers have good health intentions, this does not carry through to their dietary habits.

Exercising daily and eating healthy are no doubt important, and in making fiber an integral part of any diet, there are reduced risks for developing the following diseases: coronary heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, obesity and gastrointestinal disorders, including certain types of cancer, gallbladder disease and peptic ulcer disease. Adding more fiber to your diet can also help lower blood pressure, improve blood sugar control in diabetes, and help in weight loss.

Dietary fiber is found in plants and contains nutritious bits that include vitamins, minerals, water and phytonutrients.

So what foods serve as a source of dietary fiber? Try all-natural cereals, whole-grain breads, beans, fruits, vegetables or nuts, all rich choices full of fiber.

While original sources of dietary fiber are always best, incorporating a fiber supplement into your diet can also help you meet the daily recommended amount. Fiber supplements contain natural plant extracts, like psyllium husk fiber, and natural fruit extracts, like peach, adding to a dose of flavor. Such supplements can then be added to a glass of water or your favorite drinkits that easy.

Joanne Slavin and David R. Jacobs, Jr. of the Nutrition Guide for Physicians note that fiber supplements may also serve as an alternative recommendation for laxation, altogether providing natural remedies for constipation, and lowering cholesterol.

Moral of the story: Include fiber-rich foods in your next meal, whether its having a slice of whole-grain toast or sipping an ice cold mix of Fiber Solution.

About the Author:
The author has an interest in alternative health treatments and herbal health remedies. Please visit Bio3 Natural Health Products.



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