The fiber plant is a carbohydrate that can not be digested by humans, so it passes through the system are relatively intact and little or no calorific value.
There are two types of fiber: soluble (soluble in water) and insoluble (does not dissolve in water). Both play an important role in optimal health and naturally occurring - often together - in foods such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds and beans.
The fiber, soluble fiber, especially, also improves blood sugar control by lowering the rate that the stomach empties the food, which slows the rise in blood sugar after meals and avoid excessive insulin secretion or excessive. Delayed gastric emptying can also help you lose weight to improve control of hunger.
Women should consume about 25 grams of fiber per day and men should consume 38 grams. Most Americans have less than half of the recommended daily amount of fiber.
If you have trouble getting adequate amounts of fiber daily or intestinal problems or suffer from high cholesterol, talk to your doctor or nutritionist about adding a fiber supplement to your diet.
If you currently do not eat enough fiber, increase fiber intake slowly to avoid unpleasant intestinal symptoms (such as gas and bloating) and be sure to drink plenty of water.
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