Fiber

Date: August 20, 2008
Time: 11 PM
Place Kitchen

Fiber is the indigestible part of plants. There are two types, soluble and insoluble. It helps to control cortisol levels in the body by stabilizing insulin levels. These two hormones are essential for metabolism and therefore the body's energy efficiency. It also ensures the body's wastes are eliminated quickly keeping you healthy, alert and functioning at your optimum. Although it doesn't contain any vitamins or minerals it is vital intestinal health which is essential for vitamin and mineral absorption.
The best way to get fibre is by eating lots of fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains and other unrefined foods of plant origin. You can also get fibre supplements such as; bran, gums and pectin.