It is important to have enough fiber in our diets to ensure good digestive health. Adequate fiber intake can prevent:
Sources of fiber from food includes:
Adequate amounts of fiber can also help
prevent weight gain. Fiber prevents weight gain by acting as a mild appetite suppressant. It has a "filling" effect, which helps make you feel fuller quicker and for longer, therefore prolonging the time between meals.
Fiber supplements are usually in the form of
psyllium or
Plantago ovata. Psyllium is an insoluble fiber. Psyllium has a high fiber content and is often used for its laxative effect to relieve constipation. Psyllium fiber supplements are the seeds and husks of psyllium ground together.
Insoluble fiber is the type of fiber that protects the colon and digestive tract. It regulates bowel movements and can reduce appetite by giving the feeling of fullness.
The information provided has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is intended solely for general information and is NOT to replace advice from your physician or other medical professionals and should NOT be relied upon for any diagnosis, treatment or care. Always check with your doctor before starting any new drug or alternative/natural/herbal treatments and supplements.
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