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Eating a lot of fiber daily makes for a healthy diet. In fact, eating fiber can help prevent both breast cancer and ovarian cancer, as well as reduce chronic inflammation that can lead to heart disease and strokes. To reap the preventative benefits of fiber, you must eat 30 grams of it daily. Sounds daunting, huh? So I put my diet to the test and tallied up my fiber intake from yesterday and I Read more
I don't know how people do it, munching on sugary doughnuts, chocolate-filled croissants, or crumb-covered muffins. If I started off my day with that much sugar, then I'd feel sluggish and cranky all morning. I fuel myself in the a.m. with low-sugar foods that are full of fiber and protein. If you need some low-sugar breakfast ideas, then these meals all contain fewer than 30 grams of sugar. Read more
When you're craving something salty, crackers and pretzels are a popular choice, but they're not an option if you're avoiding gluten. You could buy pricey gluten-free alternatives, but they're not exactly the healthiest snacks. Here are three salty snacks you can prep ahead of time that are free of wheat, barley, oats, and rye. Gluten-Free Quinoa Pizza Bites Made with cooked quinoa, gooey Read more
A nutritious diet and regular exercise have helped you reach your weight loss goal, but you're still trying to get rid of that little extra pooch around your midsection. Here are three things you can do every week to help you achieve a trimmer belly. When eating: Take an honest look at your diet and your bathroom schedule. Your belly might not be caused by fat, but by air trapped in your Read more
Fiber, fiber, fiber. We all know we should be getting enough. It's recommended that women eat 25 to 30 grams of fiber each day to decrease the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, as well as some types of cancer including breast cancer. Eating plenty of fresh, luscious fruits in your diet is a great way to fill up on fiber, but which sources are the best? Keep reading to see a chart Read more
To get your daily quota of roughage, everyone says to eat your veggies. While eating vegetables is a great way to get your fiber, some veggies give a better fill than others. If you're struggling to get the 25 to 30 grams needed each day, be sure to include these 10 high-fiber veggies in your diet. Read more
Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more
Are you getting enough fiber each day? The recommended daily quota of fiber for women is 25 to 30 grams, not only to keep the body regular, but also to help lower cholesterol and to prevent heart disease and certain cancers. If you're having a hard time eating enough fiber — or you have no idea how much you're getting — include one of these fiber-filled foods in your diet for an extra five Read more
A little roughage in your diet is a necessity when it comes to keeping your digestive system happy, but that's not all it's good for. Getting your fill of fiber reduces your risk of breast cancer, treats belly bloat to help flatten your belly, and helps you feel full and satisfied longer than other foods. All these health benefits of fiber are staring you in the face, but you still aren't Read more
Bread, pasta, and whole grains are excellent sources of fiber, so when observing Passover, the limited diet can mean less trips to the ladies' room. To ensure you stay regular during Passover, follow these tips. Eat allowed grains: Wheat, barley, rye, oats, and spelt may be off-limits, but unless you are a strict Jew, quinoa, millet, and rice have the green light. Enjoy these fiber-full grains Read more
