A Love Letter to Hostess Ho Ho’s and Twinkies – NOT
Full disclosure: I ate Ho Ho’s and Twinkies as a kid and loved them just like the other kids. But, I was a child and didn’t know any better. I’m not a kid any more and wouldn’t think of eating them...
View ArticleStudy: Low Fiber Intake Links to Higher Heart Risk
Tony:The Institute of Medicine (IOM) — an independent nonprofit organization that advises the U.S. government on health issues — recommends 38 grams of fiber a day for men aged 19 to 50 and 30 grams a...
View ArticleHigher Dietary Fiber in Young Women May Cut Breast Cancer Risk – Harvard
Women who eat more high-fiber foods during adolescence and young adulthood—especially lots of fruits and vegetables—may have significantly lower breast cancer risk than those who eat less dietary fiber...
View ArticleAre Added Fibers Good for Our Health? – Tufts
In a lot of ways fiber reminds me of what Mark Twain said about the weather. “Everybody talks about it, but nobody does anything about it.” So, here is an excellent rundown on fiber from the Tufts...
View ArticleTips for dealing with fiber in your diet – Tufts
In my experience fiber is much like the weather in Mark Twain’s wonderful quote, “Everybody talks about it, but nobody does anything about it.” Well, almost. Most people know about fiber and some even...
View ArticleDon’t fall short on fiber needs – Tufts
It is recommended that adults consume between 25 and 30 grams of dietary fiber a day. The average American currently gets about half that amount. According to the latest Dietary Guidelines for...
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