Make Healthy Food Choices

OK last time for this same old story but the more times and places that you can hear about he basics of healthy eating the better. Here is an article, from of all places, spineuniverse.com.

Fiber and Carbohydrates
Some weight management plans advocate eliminating or seriously limiting carbohydrate consumption. However, this may not be ideal because healthy sources of carbohydrates contain fiber the body needs.

It is recommended that adults consume 25 grams of fiber per day. Adequate dietary fiber is ideal for preventing obesity as well as other diet-related disease and for maintaining body weight (7). An estimated amount consumed by most Americans is 15 grams per day (8).

The best sources of carbohydrate that help to fulfill fiber requirements come from whole grains, fruits and vegetables; fresh unprocessed foods. The closer the food is to its natural state the better. For example, the fiber in oatmeal draws water into the intestines and helps maintain regularity, which decreases the time potential carcinogens spend in the digestive track. Fresh fruits and vegetables are loaded with antioxidants and vitamins that help to neutralize free-radicals. To increase daily fiber intake, consider these suggestions:

· Eat whole grain breads, cereals, pastas, couscous

· Eat raw fruits and vegetables

· Mix bran into cereals, casseroles, muffins, even salad

· Incorporate beans (e.g. garbanzo, kidney) into soup and salad
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