At one time, people thought the only role of fiber was to cleanse the inner lining of the intestinal tract and help with constipation. But the role of fiber has evolved, and we now know it may lower the risk of health problems. Find out how our understanding of the role of fiber has changed over the past few decades.
A number of food manufacturers now add synthetic fiber to packaged fiber. But, does it have the same health effects as natural fiber from plant-based foods. A new study raises red flags by suggesting that synthetic fiber could actually be harmful. Find out more.
There’s a dietary component that’s sorely lacking in the standard American diet. Find out about it is and why we need more of it in our daily diet.
Heart disease, the number one cause of mortality in Western countries, is a disease that’s influenced by lifestyle, especially diet. Research suggests adding more plant-based foods can lower your risk for this common health problem – but how? Read on and discover 6 ways plant foods nay lower your risk of heart disease.
Fiber- you often hear that most people don’t get enough of it but what about people who eat copious amounts of fiber? Are there health risks to eating too much fiber? Find out what research
You know that protein is the “satiety” macronutrient but second in line is fiber. Now a new study shows the two are a powerful combination in the war against food cravings. Find out how fiber-rich protein sources can help you stay satiated longer and win the battle against food cravings.
No doubt, whole grain, hot cereal is heads and tails healthier than most packaged, cold cereals – but are some healthier than others? Read on and discover the types of whole grain cereal options available to you and the pros and cons of each.
So many diets restrict calories and even major food groups – not a healthy way to lose weight. Can adding something beneficial back into your diet, like fiber, be just as effective? Find out more about the health benefits of fiber.
You often hear people say that whole grain foods are unhealthy and should be avoided. Is there any truth to this idea? Find out what research shows about whole grains – the dietary components they offer and whether they have health benefits. You might be surprised.
Should you take a multivitamins or not? If you tell yourself there’s no harm to doing so, you may be wrong. Some research suggests that taking vitamins in supplemental form CAN be harmful. Find out more.
When you think of seeds – do you envision pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds? Well, there’s a new class of seeds out there that are sometimes referred to as “super seeds.” Find out what they are and the nutritional benefits they offer.
It’s no secret that all forms of fiber have health benefits and most people don’t get enough of it. One benefit is the effects of fiber on appetite and satiety. Are all forms of fiber equally effective at controlling appetite? Read on and find out.
