Just Like Drano, fiber keeps your “pipes” clean. It may seem odd to compare your body to a plumbing system but that is, in fact, what your digestive system is for the rest of your body. To keep the system in good working order is essential to include fiber in your diet. Research suggest that adequate amounts of fiber may help prevent disease, such colon cancer, heart disease and others.

How Can to Increase Fiber in Your Diet

• Start slowly. Large amounts of fiber may cause discomfort. Begin with small servings and gradually increase over a period of 3 weeks to avoid bloating, constipation and diarrhea.
• Fiber should come from food NOT supplements. Taking in fiber naturally also provides other nutrients your body needs.
• Drink at least 64 ounces of water a day.
• Your best sources whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables.

You need 20 - 35 grams of fiber a day to keep healthy.
To meet the your goal of 20-35 grams of fiber daily is simple. You CAN do this by eating 5 servings of fruit and vegetables a day along with 6 - 11 servings of complex carbohydrates (i.e. whole grain cereal, pasta, or rice).

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