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Fiber Diet: Can you give me some guidelines on the Fiber Diet. I am looking out for useful tip on Fiber Diets to implement this diet plan.
( 4 May 2008)
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Fiber Diet for Clean Intestine
Dietary fiber is extremely important in promoting contractions in the alimentary tract that helps in the removing of bulk waste from the intestine. A high fiber diet is nothing more than consuming foods that have a larger fibrous composition than other foods. Foods high in fiber are also instrumental in expanding the walls of the colon which helps to ease the passage of bulk waste. Foods that are fibrous in nature often pass through the intestine without being digested. These undigested fibrous foods absorb water and causes smoother passing of bulkier stools.
Fiber is extremely important in the cycle of digestive process. Also termed as roughage or bulk, fiber is known to push the waste out of the body as smoothly as possible. Those who experience pain while passing stools usually are recommended psyllium husk which is a form of natural fiber for the softer and painless passage of stools. Psyllium husk works as a mild laxative and adds bulk to the waste product to be expelled from the body. With the help of fiber, it is also possible that harmful substances are also taken out from the alimentary tract Because of the greater bulk and speed of foods through the digestive tract; it is believed that harmful substances are also taken out of the system along with the bulk waste. Increase the quantity of fruits and vegetables and wholegrain products in your diet, as these foods contain a good proportion of fiber.
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answered by Caren Nicole on 4 May 2008, 10:35:58
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