Fibers

In addition to their benefits to the colon health,fibers play an important role in colon cancer,diabetes,heart disease,obesity and premature death.

Increasing fiber intake by just 7 % lowers by 7 % the risk of strokes. Low fiber intake was associated to the stiffening of arteries.An additional apple,an extra 40 g of broccoli or just 2 tablespoons of beans a day during childhood could higher their health status.

It is advised to eat a daily dose of 25 g of fibers such as oats,beans,nuts,berries,whole wheat rice and whole wheat bread .

You can have porridge for breakfast ,add beans to your salad or enjoy a berry fruit salad to optimize your fiber intake.

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