High fiber foods handout

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Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family memberlike health care, disability, education, and more.

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Why is fibre important?ĭietary fibre is important for our digestive health and regular bowel movements.įibre also helps you feel fuller for longer, can improve cholesterol and blood sugar levels and can assist in preventing some diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and bowel cancer. Resistant starch is found in undercooked pasta, under ripe bananas, cooked and cooled potato and rice.

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Resistant starch is not digested in the small intestine and instead proceeds to the large intestine where it ferments and can assist in the production of good bacteria to support bowel health.

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Resistant starch acts in a similar way to fibre. Checking food labels for products that have fiber content greater than or. Try this delicious breakfast, which includes high fibre wholegrains and fruit for a delicious low-GI breakfast to begin an energy-filled day! A diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains will ensure that this goal is met.

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