The Health Wonders Of Fiber
Let’s talk about fiber. You’ve heard about it. You may even know how it helps your body. For
the benefit of those who aren’t familiar with it, let’s start at the beginning.
Fiber is good for you. They say your body needs about 30 grams each day. Unfortunately, most
people eat less than 12 grams a day. That may be a problem. First, let me explain the
benefits of fiber. That’ll help you understand how a deficiency can lead to health issues
down the road.
One of the most common conditions that people cope with is constipation. According to some
estimates I’ve read, 20% of the population is constipated. Fiber moves matter through your
gastrointestinal tract. That is, it prevents constipation.
Another benefit of fiber is that it helps your body manage its blood sugar levels. That
prevents Type 2 diabetes from developing.
There’s yet another reason to eat fiber: diverticulitis. It’s a condition that occurs when
your colon develops small pouches. If they become inflamed, they’re painful. And it’s more
common than you may think; it’s estimated that over 30% of people who are 45 years old and
older have diverticulitis. Doctors insist that dietary fiber can reduce the likelihood of it
occurring by 40%.
That makes fiber pretty important, doesn’t it?
Let’s assume that you’re convinced. You’ve decided that you’re going to eat more fiber each
day (good decision). Where can you get it? You need both soluble and insoluble fiber. I eat
apples, almonds, whole wheat bread, black beans and tomatoes.
That’s enough to get you started. For those of you who are already getting the 30 grams per
day that you need, let us know the foods you’re eating in the comments.
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