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Fiber - what is it and where is it abundant?

What is it? ...
Fiber is an indigestible carbohydrate found in food. ...
Fiber materials are not broken down by digestive enzymes, so they are processed in the microflora of the large intestine
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Benefits of fiber:
  • Reduces blood cholesterol
  • Fiber in the digestive tract can help reduce the absorption of cholesterol in the body
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Helps maintain proper weight
Vegetables and fruits that are extremely high in fiber are generally low in calories. In addition, fiber can help slow down digestion and keep you feeling full for longer
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Reduces the risk of cancer
Fiber can act as a preventive measure against cancer. One reason may be that some types of fiber, such as the pectin in apples, may have antioxidant properties.​​
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Helps prevent constipation
Fiber can speed up digestion and prevent constipation. Insoluble fibers stimulate intestinal activity, increasing the volume of the digestive tract, because the body does not digest them.​​
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Regulates blood sugar levels
The body breaks down food with a lot of fiber for a longer time, so glucose does not enter the blood so quickly - this helps to maintain a more constant blood sugar level.​​
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How much fiber should be consumed per day? ...
For men - 38 years
For women - 25 years

some sources simplify these numbers and recommend that every adult get at least 30 g of fiber
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If you are not used to eating the recommended amount of fiber, you should increase the rate slowly and drink more water, because a sudden influx of these substances can cause symptoms such as bloating in some people.​​

fiber is abundant in these products
Don't forget, fiber is also rich in fruttberry vegetable, fruit and berry powder mixes. There are even 7 different flavors in the +healthy start set, try them! https://fruttberry.com/products/healthy-start-kit
With fruttberry it is easy and convenient to consume the right amount of vegetables and fruits every day, to get useful substances, minerals, fibers and vitamins.