Sunday, September 9, 2007

Fibre in your diet

Eat more fibres

Advantages:
It helps one lose weight
Fibre keeps the digestive system in good working order and can help prevent or alleviate conditions such as constipation, piles etc.
Fibre reduces the risk of developing bowel cancer

"Dietary fibre acts a bit like a sponge in the gut and absorbs water to increase the bulk and softness of the stools, helping to ensure they’re eliminated easily from the body. Therefore, as you increase your intake of fibre, it’s also important to increase your fluid intake. If you don’t drink enough, then constipation may result.


Some top fibre items:
-Raspberries
-Blackberries
-Strawberries
-Broccoli
-Green beans
-Apples with skin
-Spinach
-Almonds
-Peanuts
-Walnuts
-Cherries

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