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Results 1 - 10 of 247 for fiber
  1. Low-fiber diet 
    Fiber is a substance found in plants. Dietary fiber, the kind you eat, is found in fruits, ... and grains. When you are on a low-fiber diet, you will eat foods that do not ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000200.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. High-fiber foods 
    Fiber is a substance found in plants. Dietary fiber, the kind you eat, is found in fruits, vegetables, and grains. Your body cannot digest fiber, so it passes through your intestines without being ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000193.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Fiber 
    Fiber is a substance found in plants. Dietary fiber, which is the type of fiber you can eat, is found in fruits, vegetables, ... Dietary fiber adds bulk to your diet. Because it makes you feel full faster, it can help with weight ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002470.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Soluble vs. insoluble fiber 
    There are 2 different types of fiber -- soluble and insoluble. Both are important for health, digestion, and preventing diseases. Soluble fiber attracts water and turns to gel during digestion. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002136.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Diet and cancer 
    Diet can have an impact on your risk of developing many types of cancer. You can reduce your overall risk by following a healthy diet ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002096.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Soluble and insoluble fiber (image) 
    Dietary fiber is the part of food that is not affected by the digestive process in the body. Only a small amount of fiber is metabolized in the stomach and intestine, the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19531.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Sources of fiber (image) 
    The addition of fiber promotes regularity. Vegetables, fresh or dried fruits, and whole grains are excellent sources of fiber. To reap the benefits ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19691.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Constipation - self-care 
    ... get constipated if you do not get enough fiber, drink enough water, or get enough exercise. You ... Exercise regularly. Drink more water and eat more fiber . Try to walk, swim, or do something active ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000120.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Carbohydrates 
    ... of carbohydrates found in foods: sugars, starches, and fiber . People with diabetes often need to count the ... in the blood to be used as energy. Fiber is the part of food that is not ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002469.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Managing your weight with healthy eating 
    ... regular sodas. Instead, focus on choosing snacks with fiber and protein like carrots and bell peppers with ... balanced diet and often good sources of additional fiber. Examples are nuts, seeds, and soy (including edamame, ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000330.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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