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1 Fiber & You, a match made in Heaven.
«EVERYDAY F I B E R» Fiber & You, a match made in Heaven.

2 DIETARY FIBER Fiber is a cornerstone to a healthy diet and without it you’re probably not getting the most out of life energy wise. My website features five slides with information about fiber and the importance of fiber; including foods that are high in fiber and that can be incorporated into your healthy diet. Distribution of Fiber intake (grams) across Food sources, U.S. Children & Adolescents 2-18 years (courtesy National Cancer Institute )

3 READ THE FINE PRINT LABEL READ YOUR LABELS!
Nutrition Labels list all macronutrients such as fat (total and saturated), carbohydrates, and protein. Trans fat can be listed as zero even if there is 0.5 grams per serving. That can add up fast!

4 BE HAPPY, BE HEALTHY! FIBER FOODS SCREEN SHOT
1) Every meal and even snacks should include fiber. 2) Fruits, vegetables, Beans, and even nuts like almonds and flax have significant amounts of fiber. SCREEN SHOT

5 FIBER SOURCES YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT MMMM…TASTY All natural cereals
Whole grain breads Beans Fruits Vegetables Nuts Make a vegetarian chili with kidney beans 11 g Fiber/cup

6 FIBER RECOMMENDATIONS
This slide features the daily recommended amount of fiber (in grams) that is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle. The graphic is a simple reminder that fiber helps your colon to stay healthy.

7 BENEFITS OF FIBER Lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease
Helps regulate blood sugar levels Prevents diverticulitis (inflammation of the colon) Prevents kidney stones/gallstones Helps keep weight under control Foods with soluble fiber such as oats, rye barley, and beans can lower cholesterol Relieves constipation Aids in digestion


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