Monday May 19, 2003
Dietary Fiber
Both soluble and insoluble fiber are an important part of a healthy diet because
they aid normal bowel function and help maintain regularity. In addition, soluble
fiber, when part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, has been
associated with a reduced risk of certain cancers, diabetes, digestive disorders,
and heart disease. Learn more about the sources and benefits of dietary fiber at
the following sites.
JAMA Patient Page
A simple explanation of the role and benefits of fiber in the diet.
Recommends foods that are good sources of fiber.
http://www.medem.com/medlb/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZ5NACZMAC&sub_cat=377
MayoClinic.com
Recommends "Eight Steps to Fitting in Fiber" to your diet.
Lists the fiber content of common food products to assist in menu planning.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=NU00033
American Heart Association
Reports on a research study in which subjects replaced fatty foods with
high-fiber cereals in their diets. Discusses the beneficial changes to
the blood lipid levels of the participants.
http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3336
Fiber Facts: Soluble Fiber & Heart Disease
The American Dietetic Association explains the types, sources, and benefits
of fiber. Lists the fiber content of common items.
http://www.eatright.com/nfs/nfs88.html
KidsHealth
Advice for parents from the Nemours Foundation: "Nutrients Your Child Needs:
Calcium, Iron, Fiber." Recommends quantities and sources for fiber in a
child’s diet.
http://kidshealth.org/parent/nutrition_fit/nutrition/nutrients.html
Fiber Menu Plans
The American Dietetic Association recommends a series of 700-calorie
breakfasts, lunches, and dinners that provide needed dietary fiber.
Includes "to go" meals that can be carried to school or work
http://www.eatright.com/pr/fibermenu.html
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