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Eating high-fiber foods and drinking plenty of water are the best ways of keeping one's colon functioning efficiently and eliminating waste. Fiber is obtained from the parts of plants that provide and maintain their structure. Some plant foods provide more fiber than others, and the only foods that do not contain fiber are animal... more »
Fiber is the one carbohydrate on the food guide pyramid that directly supports healthy bowel function. Constipation is simply an indicator that your body isn't receiving the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of fiber. Constipation is also a signal that waste and other toxins aren't properly being removed from the body. Increasing the... more »
Fiber is essential to a well balanced diet. It is recommended that women consume 21 to 25 grams of fiber each day, and men should take 30 to 38 grams. High fiber foods are easily digested and help keep the digestive system running smoothly. Adding fiber to your diet doesn't have to be boring. Natural, high fiber foods come in a... more »
The typical American diet, full of sugary snacks and lacking in vegetables, often comes up short when it comes to fiber. Fiber is extremely important in regulating the body and improving digestion. There are many ways to add more fiber to the diet without sacrificing taste. more »
Fiber is an important part of any diet that rarely gets the consideration it deserves. Today, the average adult diet contains about half the 25 to 35 grams of fiber needed for healthy digestion. The really interesting thing is that most foods that are low in carbs and high in fiber are non-starchy vegetables, whole grains and... more »
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Children older than 2 should consume an amount of fiber equal to their age times 5 grams of fiber. Tell a child you are feeding them fiber and... more »
Dietary fiber not only keeps food moving through your digestive track, it's also what helps to control blood pressure, lower cholesterol and... more »
Most dieters are looking for a quick fix, but smart dieters know that along with making sure unwanted weight is shed, attention should also be... more »
Most nutrition plans recommend adding more fiber to your diet. According to the Mayo Clinic, fiber has many health benefits, including: decreased... more »
Diverticulitis is a condition in which the diverticula, the small pouches that can form in the digestive tract, become inflamed. While severe... more »
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