Fiber is the part of fruits, vegetables, and grains that your body cannot digest or absorb. However, that doesn't mean fiber isn't important for your health!
There are 2 types of fiber
Soluble Fiber-in your food mixes with water in your small intestine and forms a gel substance, slowing the movement of food through the digestive track. Oatmeal, peeled apple slices and oranges have LOTS of fiber
Insoluble Fiber- is not digested, and helps move food through the digestive tract. Celery, kidney beans, and almonds contain insoluble fiber.
Fiber Fills You Up, But Doesn't Fill You Out!!!!
-Foods that contain fiber contain lots of nutrients, and are digested more slowly, making you feel full longer!
-Fiber discourages overeating and FIGHTS OFF HUNGER MONSTERS!!!
Tips on Increasing the Fiber in Your Diet
-Choose WHOLE grains
-Load up on Legumes
-Don't skimp on your veggies
-Fight the mid day munchies by eating healthy snacks that are FULL of FIBER
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