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Fiber
What is it?
Fiber is the structural portion of a plant, and is found in whole fruits, vegetables, beans, and grains like oats and brown rice – there is no fiber in meats, fish, or poultry. Fiber is usually classified as one of two types: soluble fiber or insoluble fiber.
What does it do?
Water-soluble fibers trap water and swell, and increase the amount of time it takes for foods to go through your digestive tract. Insoluble fibers pass escape digestion for the most part, so they are particularly good because they add bulk.
Why is it important?
Since water soluble fiber increases the time it takes for foods to pass through the digestive system, it produces a feeling of fullness. Soluble fiber from oats has been shown to be heart-healthy. Insoluble fibers are particularly helpful for promoting regularity.
Where is it found?
Soluble fiber is found in highest amounts in oats, beans, barley and certain fruits, like apples. Insoluble fiber is abundant in vegetables, wheat bran, brown rice and other whole grains.
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