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FOCUS ON FIBER: How Much is Enough?
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The average American only gets about half the amount of fiber they need everyday for their body to function optimally. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), fiber helps lower cholesterol and is important for the health of our digestive system. Both the AHA and the National Cancer Institute recommend that we consume 25 to 30 grams of fiber daily.
Dietary fiber is .....
Author: Monique N. Gilbert, B.Sc.
Category: Food & Drink
Date Posted: May 2, 2005
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