Fiber 101

  Enjoy these easy, vegan strawberry chocolate crisps that are perfect for an afternoon snack, or a sweet treat without the guilt. The recipe creates four individual servings so you can make them all at once or save one for a rainy day.  All you need are strawberries, a little bit of sugar, flour, lemon…Read More

New research published on-line in the February edition of American Journal of Clinical Nutrition supports the belief that switching from refined grains to whole grains may help with weight management efforts, even as much as a daily 30 minute walk helps to manage weight.

You’ve resolved to eat healthier in the New Year. As part of your effort, you might be aiming to eat more fiber-containing foods – beans, whole grains, vegetables, fruits and nuts – to reach a daily goal of 25 – 35 grams.  You recognize the value to your digestive health, your heart health, your weight,…Read More

Many people are advised that dietary fiber is good for them, but not many know what it is, or how much fiber they should be consuming for optimal health. As a result, most Americans don’t get enough fiber in their diets. Fiber intake is essential for healthy bowel function and studies have found that getting…Read More

  Are you interested in adding more fiber to your diet to help you lose weight? The Fiber Guardian compiled a list of 41 high fiber fruits to add to your diet. They will tell you how to: 1.      Share high fiber fruits that you can start to add into your diet to start to…Read More

  Weight management. Cardiovascular health. Cancer prevention. Digestive health. Diabetes management. What is one nutrient that contributes to these health benefits, and more?  It’s fiber.  With all of the beneficial health effects of fiber, it’s hard to imagine how Americans consistently fall short of the recommended 25 grams of fiber per day. Yet, Americans’ busy…Read More

  Springtime is a great opportunity to refresh your body and mind. And with beautiful weather to enjoy, there are plenty of healthy ways to get reinvigorated. From exercising and spending time in nature to eating fresh veggies and healthy snacks like Fiber d’Lish bars, you’ll feel refreshed in no time.

Reduced blood pressure. Lower cholesterol. Healthy weight. What two things do all of these health perks have in common?  Number one – they contribute to heart health. Number two – they are influenced by fiber intake.  Amazing, but true, that the amount of fiber we consume protects our ticker – among the many other positive…Read More

Thirty grams per day – this is the amount of dietary fiber that is recommended, by health professionals, for adults to maintain high-quality health. The average American consumes just 16 grams of dietary fiber per day.

Fiber is for more than just weight loss. Dietary fiber is an essential part of an optimal diet. While there are many lifestyle factors that can influence the risk factors for chronic diseases, consuming the daily-recommended amount of dietary fiber (20-35 g/ day) can help prevent chronic disease by supporting proper digestion, healthy cholesterol levels,…Read More