Food fibers

Food fibers are structures present in food that can not be digested by our body. Thus, they are added to fecal giving them greater volume and facilitate the feces are expelled also prevents excess sugars and fats are absorbed by the intestine.

Foods rich in food fibers are considered extremely beneficial to the body and are certain ingredients of a diet considered healthy. Foods of plant origin are the fibers that can provide in its constitution, currently with the importance given to the fibers can also find it in foods that are fortified.

Benefits obtained with the intake of fiber

• Fights constipation - This is undoubtedly the best known benefit of fiber, people who have "lazy bowel" should follow a diet rich in fiber.
• Reduces the absorption of fats and sugars in excess - when fats are present in excess in the body cause increased bad cholesterol, as sugar promotes the increase of triglycerides and the onset of diabetes.
• Helps in Weight Loss - Foods rich in fiber are known to cause a feeling of fullness that makes the person eat less the next meal because it can keep you satiated longer.

Foods high in fiber

The importance of consuming fruits and vegetables should be emphasized because these foods have a lot of fiber in its constitution. Moreover, they are excellent sources of vitamins and minerals when a person has in his power to the proper use of these foods it reduces the chances of acquiring many problems and disorders that may compromise their health.

Some examples of fruits rich in fiber are: papaya, mango, orange, plum and others.

Other foods that are good sources of fiber are whole, foods such as bread, rice and graham crackers provide good amounts of fiber to the body.

We include food sources of fiber in meals such as breakfast or granola with fruit, lunch can now opt for brown rice and salad, while in the fruit snacks provide good amounts of fiber. Anyway, throughout the day can obtain fibers in various kinds of food and thus make our food slightly more healthy.