Question 1

where can i get dietary fiber from?

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These: Soluble fibre:  peas, soybeans, oats, rye, chia, barley,  prunes, plums, avocados, berries, ripe bananas, skin of apples, quinces, pears, broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes and onions 
 insoluble fiber:  whole grain wheat, corn, bran,  beans, peas, nuts, seeds, potato skins, green beans, cauliflower, zucchini,  celery, and nopal, 
 avocado, unripe bananas, skins of kiwi, grapes and tomatoes.

Question 2

what does dietary fiber do in the body?

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Feed the colon: The cells lining the colon obtain much of their nutrition from the break down of fiber. A short answer to some fairly complex processes.

Question 3

what are some examples of food sources of dietary fiber?

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Complex question: In general, plant foods contain fiber (so vegetables, legumes, whole fruits, grains).  There are different types of fiber, and loads of charts on the internet that review the types of fibers in different food sources.

Question 4

is there an easy way to get the daily amount of dietary fiber?

Accepted Answer

Varies: There are 2 types of fiber:soluble and insoluble. Both are important for health, digestion, & preventing diseases.
Soluble fiber attracts water and turns to gel during digestion. This slows digestion. Soluble fiber is in oat bran, barley, nuts, seeds, beans, lentils, peas, & some fruits/vegetables. Insoluble fiber is found in foods like wheat bran, vegetables, & whole grain. It adds bulk 2 stool.

Question 5

is soluble fiber the same as dietary fiber?

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A form of, not same: There are many forms of dietary fiber, including cellulose, hemicellulose, gums, mucilages, pectins, etc.
Soluble fiber is a type of dietary fiber that dissolves in water (think oatmeal, oatbran).
Insoluble fiber doesn't dissolve in water (think wheat bran).
They have different chemical and biologic actions.

Question 6

i see that benifiber has on 5gs of dietary fiber per 2 tsb, how much of this do i need a day?

Accepted Answer

24 grams plus: You need a lot more fiber than that - but it is suppose to supplement - Please note that five servings of fruits and vegetables are an important part of your diet. One serving of vegetables is about half a cup. Add some whole apples, whole oranges, as well as some leafy green vegetables (brocoli, bok choi, asparagus, green beans) to your diet.

Question 7

can dietary fiber speed up or slow down your metabolism?

Accepted Answer

Speeds up: Dietary fiber speeds up metabolism it tends to decrease total calorie intake by filling space and feeling full.

Question 8

how can one get dietary "fiber" from a psyllium that mixes with water?

Accepted Answer

It is still there: When you mix the psyllium in water, it is still there, same as when you add sugar to your coffee--it dissolves in the coffee, but it is still there. Also, it would be difficult to consume dry psyllium powder/husk. So, drink you fibers to good health. Any concern, consult doc. Good luck.

Question 9

a reasonable and recommended goal for daily dietary fiber intake is how many grams?

Accepted Answer

Fiber recommendations.: It is recommended that both children and adults need at least 20 to 30 g of fiber per day for good digestive health. Most americans actually only get about 15 g per day. Natural sources are the best.

Question 10

what is the difference between "fiber" and "dietary fiber" and "carbs" and "net carbs"?

Accepted Answer

Several!: It is good self-nutritional support to know these points!  first, carbs are all carbohydrates, including sugar and fiber. Usually, the non-sugar carbs, after subtracting fiber, are starch. Net carbs are total carbs, minus fiber, both soluble and insoluble. Some foods may contain sugar alcohols, which have little impact on Insulin secretion, and therefore, do not act like carbs.

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