Showing posts with label fiber. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fiber. Show all posts

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Fiber! It's the Broom for Your Intestinal System!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

The American Dietetic Association
recommends people eat 25 to 30 grams
of fiber daily. The average person
only eats about half the recommended
amount.

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Delicious & Healthier Than A Candy Bar!

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

A simple nutritious snack is to take one medjool date, slice it open and insert one pecan. Enjoy a few of these little treats instead of your afternoon candy bar.

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Beans Benefits?

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Increasing bean intake as part of a diet rich in fruits and vegetables might help prevent heart disease, lower cholesterol and even lower blood pressure." Dr. Lydia Bazzano Harvard Clinical Fellow in Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital.

Saturday, May 31, 2008

Fiber helps blood sugars

Health Tip of the Day
"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Eating fiber early in the day has many health
benefits.It will prevent spikes in blood sugar
and lead to greater satiety, so you are less likely
to snack or get excess calories later in the day.