Food Label Claims - Dietary Fiber
July 14, 2009 by admin
Filed under Dietary Fiber
Food label claims are words or phrases on a food package that makes a comment about the nutritional value of the food.
A statement such as “made with oat bran” or “high in oat bran” implies that a product contains a considerable amount of the nutrient. Claims that imply a product contains a particular amount of [...]
Dietary Fiber Claims – Wheat, Bran, Grains & Germ
December 21, 2008 by admin
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If the wrapper on a loaf of bread uses the healthy-sounding phrase “12 grains,” does that mean it’s the best choice in terms of dietary fiber? Not necessarily. Brown breads are not all alike.
Breads labeled “whole wheat” must by law meet a standard, which is that they be made only from whole-wheat flour. Such breads [...]
Swiss Muesli Recipe- Foods High in Fiber - Oats & Prunes
December 1, 2008 by admin
Filed under Dietary Fiber, High Fiber Recipes
Swiss Muesli: this extra high fiber recipe contains a whooping 11 grams of fiber!
Recipe Summary:
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 1.0
Fiber : 11 grams
Calories: 410
Ingredients:
1-1/2 cups rolled oats
1-1/2 cups water
2 cups shredded, unpeeled apples
1-1/2 cups (approx 9 oz) pitted prunes, whole or halved
2 Tbsp honey
2 [...]
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High Fiber Diet: How Much Fiber Do You Need?
November 20, 2008 by admin
Filed under Dietary Fiber, High Fiber Foods
A high fiber food diet has several benefits; constipation prevention, maintain cholesterol and blood sugar levels and weight loss. A study by the American Dietetic Association reports the average person consumes only 14-15 grams of fiber a day. That is half of the recommend amount of 25 -35 grams of fiber [...]
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Fiber Health Benefits - Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Digestive
November 12, 2008 by admin
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by Ruth Papazian
Because it causes gas, bloating, and other uncomfortable side effects, fiber may be the Rodney Dangerfield of food constituents. But with more and more research showing that a high-fiber diet may help prevent cancer, heart disease, and other serious ailments, roughage has started to get some respect.
The problem is that most Americans don’t [...]
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