Fiber & Weight Control
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| Thu, 05-11-2006 - 7:51am |
Foods containing plenty of fiber have more bulk than low-fiber foods. If taken in the right form at the right time and at sufficient quantities, fiber can sometimes slow the onset of hunger.
Nice To Know:
To help control your weight with fiber:
Always try to take fiber in the natural form. For example, instead of sprinkling bran over your food, choose foods naturally high in fiber.
Avoid foods that have been made easier to eat and digest by removal of fiber, especially sugars (including fruit juices).
Choose foods that satisfy hunger without providing many calories, mainly vegetables and most fruits, which are rich in fiber.
Need To Know:
Some individuals claim that fiber alone can cause weight loss without the need to diet. But in fact, the only effective and safe way to lose weight is to:
Reduce calorie intake to a safe level
Get enough exercise to burn off excess calories
However, fiber can be a useful aid in reducing calorie intake.
*There are other benefits too, such as;
http://health.yahoo.com/topic/digestive/getstarted/article/ehealthmd/Digestive_YMS_FIB_benefits


Great article!!
~I know I'm trying to increase my fiber intake, I'm not so good with the whole wheat food stuffs, one reason I bought Raisin Bran for breakfast this week ;-)
This article was perfect timing, for me!
Moderation IS Key!
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Here is a link about wheat vs white :o)
http://www.breadbeckers.com/enrichment.htm
Yes, its a great site and has lots of information. Some of their "theology" is a little off, but lots can be "gleaned" from it, nutrition-wise. :o) I bought my grain mill from them. I have the Whisper Mill. It has worked great! Last year or so it fell off the counter and broke in two!! I called them, they said to send it to them...the fixed it and sent it back all for free! I only paid to send it to them. So very good customer service too!