Fiber
“You will be quit surprised that most foods, even those famous for fiber, have vanishingly little fiber in them.”
–Dr. Bob Arnot, Author of The Breast Cancer Prevention Diet
Each day, as parents we find ourselves concerned about what is going into our children's bodies. Are they getting enough vitamin C, enough D or Calcium? Did they drink some water today? Have they gotten enough outside time, fresh air and exercise? But when was the last time you found yourself thinking over breakfast or lunch, "Is my child getting enough fiber today?"
Why do we need to focus on fiber?
Isn't fiber what you need to think about when your body is sluggish? It is only needed to keep you regular, right?
Fiber is responsible for many things in the body. It helps to dispose of waste, keeps intestinal tract and colon clean. Helps the body in absorption of nutrients (vitamins and minerals), help to maintain a healthy weight, removes toxins to keep immune system at an optimum level, and much more!
. In recent studies, it has been shown that fiber is also a benefit in reducing cancers and fighting fatty buildup in the bloodstream. In other words fiber keeps the arteries clean. The best places to get fiber are found in vegetables, fruits and whole grains. I suggest not settling for less than 8 grams of fiber in a serving of cereal, or 3 grams in a slice of bread. The closer to 35 grams of fiber a day you get as an adult the better for your entire bodies health. A simple rule for children’s fiber intake is the age plus 5 rule (take the child’s age and add 5 grams of fiber to it) this will give you a good starting point as shown in the Journal of the American Dietetic 1998.
Each day, as parents we find ourselves concerned about what is going into our children's bodies. Are they getting enough vitamin C, enough D or Calcium? Did they drink some water today? Have they gotten enough outside time, fresh air and exercise? But when was the last time you found yourself thinking over breakfast or lunch, "Is my child getting enough fiber today?"
Why do we need to focus on fiber?
Isn't fiber what you need to think about when your body is sluggish? It is only needed to keep you regular, right?
Fiber is responsible for many things in the body. It helps to dispose of waste, keeps intestinal tract and colon clean. Helps the body in absorption of nutrients (vitamins and minerals), help to maintain a healthy weight, removes toxins to keep immune system at an optimum level, and much more!
. In recent studies, it has been shown that fiber is also a benefit in reducing cancers and fighting fatty buildup in the bloodstream. In other words fiber keeps the arteries clean. The best places to get fiber are found in vegetables, fruits and whole grains. I suggest not settling for less than 8 grams of fiber in a serving of cereal, or 3 grams in a slice of bread. The closer to 35 grams of fiber a day you get as an adult the better for your entire bodies health. A simple rule for children’s fiber intake is the age plus 5 rule (take the child’s age and add 5 grams of fiber to it) this will give you a good starting point as shown in the Journal of the American Dietetic 1998.
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