Fiber - what the heck

We all have a desire to eat healthier because we know it will help us live longer, stay slim and keep our energy levels up. One way to do this is to increase the amount of FIBER in our diet.

Here are the details:

Purpose: Increase satiety (fullness), decreased cholesterol, create proper bowel functions and decrease risk for cardiovascular disease, colon cancer and diabetes.

Goal: 25-35 grams of fiber a day
Suggestions:
Grains                               

• All bran
• Rolled Oats
• Whole grain cereal
• Sweet corn on the cob
• Whole rye bread
• Whole wheat bread
• 4oz bag of popcorn – NO BUTTER!

Veggies

• beans 
• peanuts
• soybeans
• carrots
• steamed veggies
• mixed salad (leafy greens)
• sunflower seeds
• Cauliflower

Fruit

• pears 
• bananas
• peaches
• blackberries
• apples
• oranges
• dried pear halves
• dried figs
• prunes

Final Note: Try one new item from this list this week. JUST ONE!




Have fun!