Foods High In Fiber

Question: what are some good foods high in fiber but low in carbs? My husband is on a high fiber diet but there are so many carbs in a lot of what he eats. I need help with my diet so I don't blow up like a balloon! how can I respond to someone who has answered my question? I would like to have the receipes from farrah2968 on what she is eating now.

Answer: I like the recipezaar website because you can select filters of all the recipes (such as high fiber plus low calorie: http://www.recipezaar.com/r/280/278 Technically fiber is a carbohydrate, so that confuses the issue, because you want it to be low in bad carbs, but high in fiber (good carbs). Perhaps you could prepare a high fiber side dish, like a cold bean salad with vinaigrette dressing, that your husband could have, and then you both share a low carb main course. www.recipezaar.com is a good place to start for recipes. Good luck with your diets!

Question: If I eat foods high in protein and fiber can I lose weight and build muscle? I plan on having three glasses of fat free milk with protein powder, eating foods high in fiber and protein, and lots of fruits and vegtables. I'm going to exersize for 30mins everyday accept for Saturday and Sunday. Will that help me lose weight and build muscle?

Answer: You should consider a 3 or 4 whole body 'split' workout for the week. I assume youare going to be using weights, so this would be advisable because working the same muscles everyday will lead to ovrtraining, and evntually a decrease in muscle (catabolism). A split will work 2-3 muscle groups per day depending on which split you chose, the 3 or 4 day. The days you dont work the other groups will allow them time to heal, grow and become stronger. You should aim for 30-40 minutes of weights and 20 minutes of cardio at each workout. This combination will allow for muscle building and fat burning, both of which are beneficial to a proper workout regimen. IMO if you do this 3 days a week and take a 1/2 hour walk on tuesday an thursday, youll be well on your way to your goals. ex/rx.com / abcbodybuilding.com / nutritiodata.com are great sites for information on 'splits' and nutrtional/diet facts.

Question: What are some high fiber foods? I heard that fiber can make you less hungry and cleanse your colon. I was wondering what already foods were high in fiber like what brands and stuff. Also, are dried fruits high in fiber?

Answer: Grain Products: whole grain breads, buns, bagels, muffins Bran Flakes, All Bran, bran Buds, Corn bran, whole wheat Shreddies, 100% Bran and Fiber 1 Cooked cereal such as Red River and Oat Bran whole-wheat pastas whole grains such as barley, popcorn, corn and brown rice Fruits: dried fruits such as apricots, dates, prunes and raisins berries such as blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries oranges, apple with skin, avocado, kiwi, mango and pear Vegetables: broccoli, spinach, swiss chard, green peas and other dark green leafy vegetables dried peas and beans such as kidney beans, lima beans, black-eyed beans, chick peas and lentils Nuts and Seeds: nuts and seeds such as almonds, whole flaxseed and soynuts

Question: high fiber baby foods for a 6 month old? my poor little guy has pneumonia and on 2 antibiotics. these meds are causing him to have diarrhea all day which is not good at all because he is barely eating and cant keep down formula. what are some baby foods high in fiber that may help dry things up? he hates anything fruity... thanks so much been to doc he needs these meds.... been givin him pedialite... doc said no formula for a cpl days....

Answer: bananas rice applesauce and toast yogurt is good for diarreah it replaces natural bacteria in babies belly pedialyte of course and be careful with the diapers they usually get bad rashes from all that acidic diarreah.

Question: What foods are HIGH in fiber? Hey, just need a list of foods high in fiber, I have a very low fibre diet and want to introduce some more fibrous foods into it. Thanks !

Answer: anything thing that has 4 grams or more. In canada we have Curves bars which are 100 cal with 4 grams fiber, which is very good. A more natural food source... FRUIT apple with skin... about 5 grams Pear.... about 5 grams as well 1 Cup of Raspberries..... 8 grams 1/2 a Grapefruit ...... 6 grams VEGGIES avocado.... 11 grams 1 cup carrots..... 5 grams 1 cup spinach .... 5 grams 1 cup cabbage .... 4 grams OTHER FOODS if you want a really high source and like the taste beans are perfect with over 13 grams of fiber for 1 cup. Of course whole grains and nuts are good too I hope this helped

Question: Do you burn more calories digesting foods high in fiber? I know that every day you burn some calories just from digesting food, usually about 10% of your daily intake depending on what you eat. And I know that protein is generally harder to digest then carbs. What about fiber? If I eat a ton of fiber will my BMR be raised?

Answer: It will actually lower your BMR if you consume too much, this is because fibre makes food easier to digest, therefore requiring less effort from your stomach to do so. Also, an exessive consumption of fibre leads to bad wind, so make sure that you keep it to the guideline of 24g a day which has been set for a reason. Drinking 2l of water a day makes you burn upto 150 extra cals, this is because water contains hydrogen which makes up the acid (hydrochloric acid) in your stomach, and this acid comes from the water you consume. So, the more water you drink, the more acid is produced therefore the easier food is digested.

Question: what are some foods that are high in fiber? what are foods high in fiber because whatever i am eating within a few hours to the next day I get constapated it's driving me crazy. so i need to know what food are high in fiber?

Answer: Raw nuts, baby. Almonds, walnuts, peanuts...munch on any kind of trail mix. Oatmeal is an awesome source of fiber. Also, POPCORN!!! It's an excellent "roughage" (ruffage)... which is something that pushes the other stuff through in your body, simply put. For true constipation, never under-estimate prunes. Don't eat too many, but a couple handfuls will get things goin, lol. Do some research on soluble fiber and insoluble fiber...both are important, but there's a difference. Too much of one or the other could cause some blockage in certain cases. Good luck :)

Question: Foods HIGH in FIBER?? what are some really high fiber foods and drinks??

Answer: granola, mini wheats

Question: what are some foods high in fiber? I'm trying to improve my diet. what are some foods high in fiber or just good for digestion? Also I forget to drink water sometimes so what are some foods that have a lot of moisture in them, like melon or something?

Answer: Fruits and veggies will help you in both of those categories. Your best bet is to eat "real" food. By "real" I mean unprocessed foods. When you do your grocery shopping you should be buying foods from the perimeter of the store. (I.e. fresh produce, lean meats and fresh low fat dairy products). You can venture into the center of the store for certain things like whole grains. Stay away from the junk and avoid the tempting "diet frozen dinners". They are marketed so people think they are healthy, but they are loaded with chemicals and are very high in sodium. Plus, you could most likely make the same foods from scratch and they would be healthier and a lot cheaper. Oh, and avoid the artificial sweeteners... all they are is chemicals. Your best bet is to eat things in moderation. Eat 'real", and its okay to treat yourself to dessert. Like I said, just make sure its in moderation.

Question: is it safe to eat foods high in fiber when doing a colon cleanse? im thinking of taking colon cleanse pills and they have lots of fiber in them. Is it safe to eat foods with lots of fiber since the pills will have it? Could i overdose in fiber and make myself sick?

Answer: yep

Question: What are good foods high in fiber but low in fat and calories? I'm dieting and looking for more good healthy snacks...

Answer: Some healthy snacks for you are (not all include fiber by the way): -nuts (i.e. almonds, walnuts, pecans, etc.) -low-fat string cheese -veggies -Laughing Cow low-fat cheese (it's spreadable and really adds some taste to celery) -sugar-free pudding cups -Wheat Thins -Reduced fat Triscuits -Fruit (apples are great for fiber needs) -any of the 100 calorie snacks (i.e. Cheez-its, Chips Ahoy, etc.--it feels like you're eating bad, but you're not if you just stick to one bag in one sitting) -97% fat-free deli ham (or you could do turkey or chicken) Hope this helps you out!

Question: Is it true that eating foods high in fiber makes you lose weight? What about taking fiber pills?

Answer: yes...the higher the daily fiber intake the lower resting serum (blood) insulin levels will be. this means that the potential for fat storage is greatly reduced and the body will utilize more stored energy from fat cells.

Question: What are high fiber foods if someone has Diverticulosis and Ulcer's? My mom's wondering, and I want to know high fiber foods since she has Diverticulosis, but only foods that are also safe to eat that won't cause pain in her stomach since she has Ulcer's. Dr Q I want to know more detail, as in what type of fiber jar you mean. And that product you listed, the site won't show it. Thanks for your great answer :)

Answer: Hi, Great Question..With colon problems on the rise due to not eating right, this is an excellent question..Diverticulosis is one of many results of an unhealthy colon..Our colon can become clogged due to eating too much meat, flour containing foods, white bread, and pork, and most of all from not drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day..Pork food is trully unhealthy for the colon..Having a clogged colon can cause other problems such as gas, migraine headaches, skin rashes, bad breath, portruding abdomin, and etc..For best results your mother should Purchase a jar of fiber, because the body does not know the difference between grain fiber, and fiber from food..Fiber can fill in the pockets of the colon to help her heal..I have found a product that not only help the colon to eliminate waste, but it also has fiber that help cleanses the colon walls.. look up drnatura fiber..You can find it cheaper on ebay

Question: foods high in fiber that dont taste like cardboard? good foods that are high in fiber that taste good.. foods to avoid that could cause constipation? bananas? cheese? apples? peanut butter?

Answer: fruits and vegetables... ruffage is what it's called don't ask me why. clean your system right out. won't have any problem shnittin

Question: What are foods high in fiber? Fiber, if I remember correctly, is the non-nutritional molecule that just cleans your body, yes?

Answer: Fiber comes from the outer part of a grain, the "bran." Whole grains are where you get fiber from (well, that and some fruits and veggies). The major sources of fiber in my diet are: cereal (look for 5 grams or more per serving, like raisin bran or Kashi) cooked oatmeal whole grain bread beans, apples....

Question: What kinds of foods are high in fiber? What kinds of foods in stores that are high in fiber and also good for the body to consume?

Answer: Asparagus, steamed Celery, just right out of the bag (clean first) Wheat germ, as long as you are not allergic to wheat products Oatmeal. Put it in burgers, meatballs,cookies etc. Broccoli, steamed Brussels sprouts Tomatoes Fruits and veggies of all different colors, It's better if you eat a little of all different kinds than to limit yourself to one. The reason I said steamed veggies, is because cooking them in the microwave kills the nutrients in them, steaming doesn't