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Results 1 - 10 of 32 for fiber
  1. Dietary Fiber (National Library of Medicine)  
    Fiber is a substance in plants. Dietary fiber is the kind you eat. It's a type of carbohydrate. You may also see it listed on a food label as soluble fiber ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/dietaryfiber.html - Health Topics
  2. Asbestos (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... of a group of minerals with long, thin fibers. It was once used widely as insulation. It also occurs in the environment. Asbestos fibers are so small you can't see them. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/asbestos.html - Health Topics
  3. Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    Metabolism is the process your body uses to make energy from the food you eat. Food is made up of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Chemicals in your digestive ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/carbohydratemetabolismdisorders.html - Health Topics
  4. Carbohydrates (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... include certain vegetables, like potatoes, peas, and corn. Fiber. It is also a complex carbohydrate. Your body cannot break down most fibers, so eating foods with fiber can help you ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/carbohydrates.html - Health Topics
  5. Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... conditions. Lifestyle factors such as: Diets low in fiber and high in red meat Lack of physical ... causing chronic symptoms, your provider may recommend: High-fiber foods or fiber supplements Antibiotics Medicines to reduce ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/diverticulosisanddiverticulitis.html - Health Topics
  6. Hemorrhoids (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... of time. Chronic constipation or diarrhea. A low-fiber diet. Weakening of the supporting tissues in your ... home by: Eating foods that are high in fiber. Taking a stool softener or a fiber supplement. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/hemorrhoids.html - Health Topics
  7. How to Lower Cholesterol with Diet (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... whole milk dairy products. Eat plenty of soluble fiber. Soluble fiber helps prevent your digestive tract from absorbing cholesterol. ... per day. Foods that are high in soluble fiber include: Whole-grain cereals such as oatmeal and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/howtolowercholesterolwithdiet.html - Health Topics
  8. Crohn's Disease (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... foods such as carbonated (fizzy) drinks and high-fiber foods may make some people's symptoms worse. What ... Avoiding popcorn, vegetable skins, nuts, and other high-fiber foods Drinking more liquids Eating smaller meals more ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/crohnsdisease.html - Health Topics
  9. Constipation (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... fruits, vegetables and grains, which are high in fiber Drinking plenty of water and other liquids Getting ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/constipation.html - Health Topics
  10. Child Nutrition (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... breads and cereals because they are high in fiber. Reduce refined grains. Broil, grill, or steam foods ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/childnutrition.html - Health Topics
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