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High Fiber Muffins – High Fiber Breakfast

admin — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:29:33 +0000

If you are trying to follow a high fiber plan and are getting tired of eating high fiber cereal you may want to try some high fiber muffins for breakfast instead. Fiber One has a new product on the market now – Fiber One Apple Cinnamon Muffin Mix. Each low fat high fiber muffin provides 20% of your recommended daily fiber intake and they are a great tasting muffin. You can find Fiber One’s high fiber muffin mix at your grocery store where the cake mixes and other muffin mixes are located. I prefer eating these high fiber muffins instead of plain bran muffins. My kids also enjoy eating these high fiber muffins. The apple cinnamon flavor makes these healthy muffins a kid favorite while providing kids with a good source of dietary fiber. Most bran muffins are also an excellent source of fiber. If you like to bake there are many high fiber muffin recipes online that incorporate high fiber cereals into the mix. Just type high fiber muffins recipes into google and you will have a lot to choose from.

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Fiber in Nuts

admin — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 03:12:43 +0000

According to Christine Rosenbloom, Ph.D., a nutritionist at Georgia State University, a great thing about nuts is that they are a great source of fiber. She states… “The soluble fiber in peanuts helps control blood glucose and prevents dietary fat and cholesterol from entering the bloodstream, while insoluble fiber helps speed food through your digestive track, keeping you regular.” (www.aarpmagazine.org)
Almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, and sunflower seeds provide a good source of fiber. These nuts provide us with approximately 2.5g per one-ounce serving.
Planters has a new line of nut mixes under the label Planters NUT-rition. Under this title they have a fiber-filled Digestive Health Mix. It is a delicious mixture of pistachios, almonds, tart cranberries, crunchy granola clusters, and sweet cherries which helps promote digestive health.
If your digestive system needs a little help moving things along or if you are just looking for a healthy snack, definitely give this high fiber nut mix a try. It is a fantastic high fiber snack.

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High Fiber Oatmeal

admin — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 04:42:38 +0000

A great and easy way to add more fiber to your diet!

Quaker Oats has recently introduced Quaker Instant Oatmeal High Fiber to the store shelves. This high fiber oatmeal provides you with 40% of the recommended daily value of fiber and makes a terrific addition to any healthy diet. It’s available in two delicious flavors, Cinnamon Swirl and Maple & Brown Sugar. Definitely give it a try if you are looking to get healthier and add fiber to your diet. It is also a great alternative to a high fiber cereal.

Fiber for Children | High Fiber Kid Friendly Food

Fiber for Children | High Fiber Kid Friendly Food

admin — Wed, 28 May 2008 04:48:13 +0000

How much fiber does a child need a day? It is recommended that children get their age plus 5 grams of fiber a day. If you are looking to increase the amount of fiber in your child’s diet there are many high fiber kid friendly foods to choose from.

Fiber Foods for Kids

Fruit – Fruits can be a great source of fiber for kids. Pears have 4-5 grams of fiber. Bananas have approx. 3 grams of fiber. Fruits are always a healthy snack for kids!
Cereal – It is best to limit your child’s consumption of sugary cereals. Look for low sugar cereals made with whole grains. In order for a cereal to be considered high fiber look for cereals that have at least 5 grams of fiber per serving. You can also buy cheerios and add some of your own high fiber cereal. For example, All Bran’s new Strawberry Medley is great but may contain more fiber than your child really needs. Therefore, just mix a handful in with your child’s cheerios or cereal of choice.
Mott’s Apple Sauce with added fiber – Mott’s now sells an applesauce that has added fiber. This applesauce is definitely a high fiber kid friendly food!
Oatmeal
Hannover’s now has a bunch of whole grain snacks. My boys love there whole grain cheese puffs and they have 3 grams of fiber per serving. Look in the chip section in your grocery store.

Be sure to check our list of high fiber foods for more suggestions.

High Fiber Bread

All Bran Challenge – All Bran Cereal

admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:55:51 +0000

I recently purchased a high fiber cereal by Kellogg’s called All Bran Strawberry Medley. On the back of the box they have an All Bran 10 Day Challenge. They are challenging consumers to eat one serving of All Bran cereal for 10 days. They claim that due to fiber’s positive influence on our digestive system that we will have more energy and become more regular.

Are you up to the challenge?

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Best Fiber Supplement

admin — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 04:42:42 +0000

We have received a few emails asking what is the best fiber supplement on the market? Before we answer that question, there are some questions that you have to ask yourself (or your doctor if you have special circumstances in terms of your intestinal tract, colon, etc). Finding the best fiber supplement depends on your needs, preference, and body. There are many different types of fiber supplements:

Psyllium or Psyllium Seed Husks – Psyllium is a soluble fiber that is found in many high fiber cereals. These cereals have gained much attention due to the fact that they may reduce cholesterol levels. Psyllium is the main ingredient in supplements such as Metamucil and Fiberall. Psyllium can be taken daily and helps with constipation, IBS, and diverticulosis. Side effects? Psyllium may cause gas.
Glucomannan – Glucomannan is found in an Asian plant, the konjac. Glucomannan is a soluble fiber that is sometimes added to noodles, stews, and sauces as a thickener. This supplement helps with constipation, cholesterol levels, and even obesity.
Methylcellulose – Methylcellulose is actually chemically produced and does not occur naturally. Methylcellulose is mainly used to combat constipation as it creates a softer stool. This supplement can also be used to treat diverticulosis, hemorrhoids, and IBS. Citrucel is the best known supplement on the market.
Calcium polycarbophil – Also synthetically produced, polycarbophil absorbs water in the intestine and creates a bulkier stool. Polycarbophil is mainly used as a laxative. Popular products include Fibercon and Fiber-Lax. These can be used to treat constipation, diverticulosis, and IBS.

As with any fiber supplement, make sure you start slow and make sure you drink plenty of water.

So, what is the best fiber supplement? Personally, I like Benefiber. It’s tasteless, odorless, and doesn’t clump up in liquids. Let us know what you think is the best fiber supplement.

What is the difference between soluble fiber and insoluble fiber?

What is the difference between soluble fiber and insoluble fiber?

admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 04:53:04 +0000

Both soluble fiber and insoluble fiber can be found in plant foods. The difference lies in whether or not the food can be dissolved in water. Soluble fiber foods are foods that can be dissolved in water and actually provide the greatest health benefits. Soluble fibers typically would include the pulps or insides of fruits and vegetables, usually soft in nature. Soluble fibers undergo fermentation which will produce health benefits that we will discuss later. Insoluble fibers cannot be dissolved in water but aid in digestion and movement of stool within our bodies. Insoluble fibers are usually more sturdy in nature when compared to soluble fibers. Examples may include fruit or vegetable skins, stems, roots, seeds, etc.

What is dietary fiber?

How much fiber do I need a day?

admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 04:43:57 +0000

The American Dietetic Association (ADA) says that you should consume 20-35 grams a day for a healthy adult. Studies show that most Americans consume only half of the recommended amount!

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