Fiber

prettyfitchick

The only thing I really know about fiber is I am not getting enough of it in my diet. but I hear it supposed to help with weight loss but I dont understand how can someone explain the benfits of fiber

Cathleenr

The only thing I really know about fiber is I am not getting enough of it in my diet. but I hear it supposed to help with weight loss but I dont understand how can someone explain the benfits of fiber

well, its supposed to fill you up and then theoretically you won't be hungry

karensoxfan

It also keeps your digestion moving along as it should, and either soluble or insoluble fiber calories are just not absorbed by your body.

patio1313

Lean Proteins and Fiber help you to feel FULLER LONGER...making you less likely to snack or overeat. Water is essential and eating slower is a big help as well...I have been told that it takes your body about 15-20 minutes from the time that you START eating to feel the effects of feeling full or satisfied, that is why the slower you eat the more you enjoy your meal and then also feel fuller sooner after finishing.

amysj303

I heard a few things, you should have fiber 20 minutes before a meal, that way it helps you feel full and it actually absorbs some of the fat you eat, in theory, this is why it lowers cholesteral.

LittleFootHafner

Here are some higher fibre food options for you:
All Bran Buds Cereal (throw a handful in your yogurt)
Oatmeal
Whole Wheat Bread/Pasta
All Bran Bars
Fibre 1 Bars (peanut ones are delish!)
Vita Top Muffins
Lots of fruits & veggies are high in Fibre!

bcattoes

Fiber can't be digested so food with fiber in it is broken down more slowly which can help you feel full longer. Diets high in fiber can also help reduce the risk of a number of diseases. Here is a link to good article explaining the role of fiber in the diet. Why it's important and ways to add more.

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/fiber-full-story/index.html

SueInAz

Copied from the Mayo Clinic site.

Dietary fiber, also known as roughage or bulk, includes all parts of plant foods that your body can't digest or absorb. Unlike other food components such as fats, proteins or carbohydrates — which your body breaks down and absorbs — fiber isn't digested by your body. Therefore, it passes relatively intact through your stomach, small intestine, colon and out of your body. It might seem like fiber doesn't do much, but it has several important roles in maintaining health.

Fiber is commonly classified into two categories: those that don't dissolve in water (insoluble fiber) and those that do (soluble fiber).

* Insoluble fiber. This type of fiber promotes the movement of material through your digestive system and increases stool bulk, so it can be of benefit to those who struggle with constipation or irregular stools. Whole-wheat flour, wheat bran, nuts and many vegetables are good sources of insoluble fiber.
* Soluble fiber. This type of fiber dissolves in water to form a gel-like material. It can help lower blood cholesterol and glucose levels. Soluble fiber is found in oats, peas, beans, apples, citrus fruits, carrots, barley and psyllium.

The amount of each type of fiber varies in different plant foods. To receive the greatest health benefit, eat a wide variety of high-fiber foods.

A high-fiber diet has many benefits, which include:

* Normalizes bowel movements. Dietary fiber increases the weight and size of your stool and softens it. A bulky stool is easier to pass, decreasing your chance of constipation. If you have loose, watery stools, fiber may also help to solidify the stool because it absorbs water and adds bulk to stool. For some, fiber may provide relief from irritable bowel syndrome.
* Helps maintain bowel integrity and health. A high-fiber diet may lower your risk of developing hemorrhoids, and small pouches in your colon (diverticular disease). Some fiber is fermented in the colon. Researchers are looking at how this may play a role in preventing diseases of the colon.
* Lowers blood cholesterol levels. Soluble fiber found in beans, oats, flaxseed and oat bran may help lower total blood cholesterol levels by lowering low-density lipoprotein, or "bad," cholesterol levels. Epidemiologic studies have shown that increased fiber in the diet can reduce blood pressure and inflammation, which is also protective to heart health.
* Helps control blood sugar levels. Fiber, particularly soluble fiber, can slow the absorption of sugar, which for people with diabetes can help improve blood sugar levels. A diet that includes insoluble fiber has been associated with a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
* Aids in weight loss. High-fiber foods generally require more chewing time, which gives your body time to register when you're no longer hungry, so you're less likely to overeat. Also, a high-fiber diet tends to make a meal feel larger and linger longer, so you stay full for a greater amount of time. And high-fiber diets also tend to be less "energy dense," which means they have fewer calories for the same volume of food.

carloP90X

Google Brenda Watson and Fiber35

best of luck