Like anything in life when you understand and apply the basics of something you can begin to achieve stellar results. As far as weight loss is concerned and optimal digestive health here are some important fundamentals that you nned to know about.
1. Fiber helps control weight - Research by Dr. Janis Jibrin, RD with the University of California at Davis showed those who consume more fiber in their daily diet lose more weight than others who eat the same amount of daily calories, but less fiber. (Amer Jrnl Clinical Nut Sep 2002; 76: 659 )
2. Eat More Fiber, Less Constipation - Once ingested, fiber can promote the muscular contraction in the bowels, peristalsis, help in forming stools and working with the body to clean out the colon and eliminate all the waste within. (J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 1999;29:132)
3. More Fiber means lower risk of Type II Diabetes - Studies have found that those who make sure to have a diet full of low glycemic and high fiber foods such as bran, oats, beans, whole grain cereals and fruits can use those foods to regulate their blood sugar levels. (Am J Clin Nutr 2002; 76:535)
4. High Fiber - Low Heart Disease - A June 1999 report in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed the results of fiber in the diet through a 10-year study of 68,000 women. The study found that the more fiber they took in, the lower their risk of heart disease. It was even more evident if they fiber they ingested was from cereal grains.
5. High Fiber May Cut the Risk of Breast Cancer. Research has found that flax and other fibers may aid in limiting the role of estrogens in breast cancer. - (Amer Chem Soc Meeting, 8/9/01)
6. Fiber Versus Metabolic Syndrome -It's known as syndrome X, and with symptoms including high blood pressure and high blood fat and insulin levels it's believed to increase risk of diabetes and heart disease. A diet high in fiber may be able to help lessen the cases.
These are the important fundamentals of optimal digestive health.
Brandon H. Masters is a Health Enthusiast, Researcher and Veteran of the Natural Products Industry. He is passionate about educating others on the benefits of wellness solutions through better nutrition and detoxification. Fast Weight Loss
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