I've heard that fiber is good, but why? And where can I find it in abundance?
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There are two different types of fiber -soluble and insolubleInsoluble fiber is the type of fiber that is in vegetables and green saladsThis fiber helps with digestion and moves food through the intestines and clean out wasteYou probably have heard that colon cleansing is good for you because it gets rid of toxins that build in your systemIf they move along the digestive tract too slowly they can ferment and build upBy adding more insoluble fiber to your diet not only keeps you feeling full longer (and is a great help when dieting) but also helps get rid of this wasteSoluble fiber is the fiber that is found in foods like oatmealAgain it helps with your digestive tract but also absorbs cholesterol which in turn keeps your cholesterol levels low and aids in heart healthIt's also good to have a mixture of both fiber types in your diet and it's recommended that you consume about 32 grams of fiber per dayWhen you are adding fiber to your diet make sure that you add it gradually and that you drink plenty of liquids so that you do not get constipated.
