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In an effort to learn more about the 2 kinds of fiber, Soluble and Insoluble, I came across this fantastic article below...
Fiber 101:
Soluble Fiber vs Insoluble Fiber
Written by Gloria Tsang, RD of HealthCastle.com Published in November 2005
Benefits of Fiber
(HealthCastle.com) We all know the benefits of fiber ! Fiber not only promotes health, it also help reduce the risk for some chronic diseases. For instance, fiber prevents constipation , hemorrhoids and diverticulosis. Fiber is also linked to prevent some cancers especially colon and breast cancer . In addition, fiber may help lower the LDL cholesterol (the Bad cholesterol ) and the total cholesterol therefore reducing the risk of heart disease . Furthermore, fiber can help lower blood sugar therefore help better manage diabetes.
Both soluble and insoluble fiber are undigested. They are therefore not absorbed into the bloodstream. Instead of being used for energy, fiber is excreted from our bodies. Soluble fiber forms a gel when mixed with liquid, while insoluble fiber does not. Insoluble fiber passes through our intestines largely intact.
Functions of Insoluble Fiber
move bulk through the intestines
control and balance the pH (acidity) in the intestines
Benefits of Insoluble Fiber
promote regular bowel movement and prevent constipation
remove toxic waste through colon in less time
help prevent colon cancer by keeping an optimal pH in intestines to prevent microbes from producing cancerous substances
Food Sources of Insoluble Fiber
Vegetables such as green beans and dark green leafy vegetables
Fruit skins and root vegetable skins
Whole-wheat products
Wheat bran
Corn bran
Seeds & Nuts
Functions of Soluble Fiber
bind with fatty acids
prolong stomach emptying time so that sugar is released and absorbed more slowly
Key Message: An average diet contains 75%:25% insoluble fiber: soluble fiber. When making a food choice decision, don't worry about choosing a specific type of fiber. Many foods such as oat, oat brans, psyllium husk and flax seed are rich in both insoluble and soluble fiber. Eating enough fiber is more important! The recommended intake of fiber is 25g per day. If you eat at least 5 servings of fruits & vegetables as well as at least 6 servings of grain products per day (at least 3 of which are whole grains ), you are very likely meeting the fiber requirements.
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In an effort to learn more about the 2 kinds of fiber, Soluble and Insoluble, I came across this fantastic article below...
Fiber 101:
Soluble Fiber vs Insoluble Fiber
Written by Gloria Tsang, RD of HealthCastle.com
Published in November 2005
Benefits of Fiber
(HealthCastle.com) We all know the benefits of fiber ! Fiber not only promotes health, it also help reduce the risk for some chronic diseases. For instance, fiber prevents constipation , hemorrhoids and diverticulosis. Fiber is also linked to prevent some cancers especially colon and breast cancer . In addition, fiber may help lower the LDL cholesterol (the Bad cholesterol ) and the total cholesterol therefore reducing the risk of heart disease . Furthermore, fiber can help lower blood sugar therefore help better manage diabetes.
Both soluble and insoluble fiber are undigested. They are therefore not absorbed into the bloodstream. Instead of being used for energy, fiber is excreted from our bodies. Soluble fiber forms a gel when mixed with liquid, while insoluble fiber does not. Insoluble fiber passes through our intestines largely intact.
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