High Fiber Foods

Question: Can I get fat by eating a lot of high fiber foods? I've heard that fiber does not contain any calories because it is not absorbed by the body. Is this true? That would mean I can eat high fiber foods all day?

Answer: Yes, because high fiber foods still have calories and weight is gained by consuming more calories than your body expends. That said, high fiber foods (whole grains, vegetables, etc) are extremely good for your body and your digestion track. Many of them also contain fewer calories than processed foods with simple carbohydrates/sugars.

Question: Any advice about low calorie high fiber foods for this summer? I don't want to be bloated but I want to stay regular... but I hear some high fiber foods really cause belly bloat. Also any foods to stay away from, that cause constipation?

Answer: Anything that's fatty or packed with protein is usually low in fiber, such as diary products and meats (which don't usually contain any fiber). Eat whole grains. If you like cereal shredded wheat (which comes in a ton of different flavors) and raisin bran are great options. Many fruits are also a good source of fiber such as strawberries, apples, and pears. Whole grain breads are also a good option for fiber.

Question: What are good high fiber foods? I need to change my eating habits. Doctor has suggested to lower cholesterol and eat more fiber. What are some good high fiber foods?

Answer: Whole wheat crackers, cereal, and bread. Also brocolli. I think there's more info on www.healthfinder.com. i hope you get your cholesterol down. GOOD LUCK!

Question: Can you give me some common high fiber foods for my diet? I'm looking for of the shelf items (generic is OK) for fiber.

Answer: Here go to this site! http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/high-fiber-foods/NU00582 Hope this helps!

Question: Any yummy but high in fiber foods you can think of? I have decided I need more fiber in my meals, but anything high in fiber doesn't taste that great. For example, most cereals that are high in fiber don't have any taste. Can you think of any food or meal plans that are high in fiber but delicious too? Thanks.

Answer: Bran muffins with ginger are so gorgeous.

Question: What are some foods that are high and fiber? My daughter needs some high in fiber foods to regulate her bowel movements and make her not so constipated..what are some foods she can eat that will help? she is 16 months old

Answer: The highest fiber vegetables are : Avocado Beans Broccoli* Brussels sprouts* Cabbage* Carrot Chick Peas/Garbanzo Beans Eggplant Greens -- collards, kale, turnip greens* Lima beans Mushrooms Potato with skin Pumpkin, canned Peas -- black-eyed peas, green peas Peppers Rhubarb Spinach* Sweet Potatoes The highest fiber fruits are: Apples Avocado Bananas Berries -- Blueberies, Blackberries, Raspberries, etc. Dried Fruits -- Figs, Raisins, Apricots, Dates, etc. Guava Kiwi Orange Pears Prunes And Other High Fiber Foods: Bran Cereals, 5-10 grams - All-Bran, Bran Buds, 100% Bran, Raisin Bran Bread, whole grain Beans, Lentils, Lima Beans Nuts -- Almonds, Brazil nuts, Peanuts, Walnuts, Cashews If she is drinking regular milk or cow's milk formula that could also be upsetting her... try keeping her off dairy and use Soy milk or soy formula instead ..it is just as fortified and without all the hormones(growth hormones and antibiotics) Children are our most precious gifts!

Question: Does anyone know a high fiber replacement for these foods? The 4 low fiber foods are as follows: 1. chicken noodle soup (about 1 gram per serving of fiber) 2. turkey sandwich on white bread (2 grams) 3. macaroni salad (2 grams) 4. watermelon (<1 gram). Do you know of a high fiber replacement for these items?

Answer: 1) chicken noodle soup with whole grain noodles 3.5 grams 2) turkey sandwich on whole wheat bread 4.3 grams 3) macaroni salad using whole grain pasta 4) one cup raspberries 8.34 grams You might just want to check out the fiber one cereal or products. The cereal has 57% of you daily fiber in just one serving. here is a list of high fiber foods you might want to check out. Scroll down on the link a little bit. http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art49479.asp

Question: what foods can I eat that are high on fiber? Hi people! Okay so I had 13 inches removed from my big intestine 3 weeks ago due to an bad infection and the doctor advised me to eat high fiber foods because I can't get constipated, problem is I didn't ask him what kind of food because I was embarassed he would think I was ignorant lol. Can you guys please this lil ignorant girl? thanks

Answer: - Wholegrain- fiber cereals (Kashi, All bran, Bran flakes- Raisin bran, Shredded wheat, Miniwheats/ Wheetabix, etc ..) - Steel cut oats (oatmeal) - Wholegrain- fiber granola bar/ oatmeal bar - Digestive- bran cookies - Wholegrain crackers - Flax cereals/ breads/ etc .. - Flaxseed/ Flaxseed oil - Added wheatgerm/ bran in cereals/ oatmeal/ baking - Barley/ brown rice/ couscous/ quinoa - Wholewheat breads/ wraps/ pitas/ english muffins/ bagels/ kaisers- buns/ rolls/ etc .. - Wholewheat/ durham wheat pasta - Yams/ sweet potatoes - Crunchy vegetables - Fruits- oranges/ apples/ berries/ etc .. - Baked beans - Chickpeas - Lentils - Pretzels/ pita chips - Trail mixes - Tomato sauce/ vegetable- bean- chickpea- lentil based soups - Tofu - Kashi/ All bran/ Fiber one products Hope i'v helped, goodluck!

Question: What are some high fiber, high soluble fiber foods? Trying to lose weight, told to eat more fiber, but not exactly sure what all that entails..someone have a good idea

Answer: beans,carrots,oats,apples and also take some psyllium husks in the morning with water

Question: Can you lose weight by watching calories and eating high fiber foods?

Answer: well you have to do a little more than watching the calories... 'cause i know i sometimes sit on the couch and just watch them come in the form of doritos without thinking twice! but anyways, your body's weight is limited by laws of science, so in fact, calories in vs calories out is the main factor as to your weight fluctuations (other than water retention). so, what does this mean? well... you have two sides of the equation you can manipulate to make your calories in be less than your calories out (which would in turn make you lose weight). First, you can decrease calories in. Second, you can increase calories out. but before you start cutting back on a diet and thinking you'll lose weight, remember this: if you take in less calories than you exert, guess what kind of weight your body will likely lose first? the answer is: muscle weight! your body likes to go this order in choosing what to burn as extra energy: carbs, proteins, then fats. your body can go through the carbs rather quickly, and then hit the proteins. now it will hit a little bit of fat simultaneously as well, but you will proportionately lose quite a bit of muscle as opposed to fat. now here's the dilemma... the more muscle you have, the more fat you burn during activities! so by losing muscle weight by reducing calories in, you then start reducing calories out as well... it's a sick cycle. so then, how the heck do you lose fat? well, simple answer is... you have to exercise--weight training and other anaerobic exercise is crucial for this purpose--in order to maintain muscle mass! so hopefully the term "diet and exercise" will begin to make a bit more sense than just two dull words jammed together.

Question: What are some high-fiber foods that would go good with chocolate? Has to be nonperishable! thanks :)

Answer: I love dried fruits and oats with chocoate , yum yum

Question: whats some good high fiber foods? tomorrow i am starting a high fiber diet to lose weight and to help me with my digestive system because ive been having problems. any suggestions on what kind of fiber foods i can eat?

Answer: Some High Fiber Food Avocado Black beans Bran cereal Broccoli, Green peas Kale Kidney beans, Lentils Lima beans Navy beans Oats Pinto beans Split peas Raspberries Brown Rice

Question: Will drinking protein shakes and high fiber foods help my hunger? im trying to lose weight, i heard a fiber and protein keeps u full and satisfied longer so if i drink whey protein shakes, high fiber cereal, whole wheat bread and fruits will i lose weight

Answer: Yes, fiber will help you feel fuller, longer. Protein helps by supplying your body with a longer-term fuel. Carbs burn up faster so eating bread will satisfy for a while, but then you will be hungry again. Some folks use protein drinks as meal replacements because they can get all kinds of nutrients in veggies (mixed like a V8) or fruits and mix them with protein and fiber powder to make you feel fuller longer. This will also help your cholesterol! Be sure you are using a high quality, chemical free whey!

Question: Can eating high fiber foods for several days cause a day of constant pooping?

Answer: Yes a lot of fiber can cause loose stool. It can also cause constipation, gas, and stomach pains. Moderate how much fiber you take in and increase maybe 5g a day.

Question: What are some simple high fiber foods I can buy at any local store?

Answer: papaya is a fruit and is high in fiber, cereal that contains fiber. trader joes has alot of fiber foods and snacks. check it out.

Question: Weight Watchers-high fiber foods? Also, adding that fiber powder to foods - does that really help? I am just starting Weight Watchers so I am trying to get more fiber into my diet.

Answer: I wouldn't go so far as to use a fiber supplement. Just start paying attention to the fiber content in the product you buy. Usually you can get a whole days worth of fiber (25g for a women) very quickly just by eating some cereal, fruit and a fiber one bar. Be warned though, if your system is not used to allot of fiber, you may experience some discomfort and, uh.....gas. Good luck with the Weight Watchers!!

Question: high fiber foods to get my bowels moving? i am super bloated and need to go to the bathroom but cant i refuse to take laxatives. i had a glass of prune juice, will that help? what else thansk?

Answer: Popcorn, celery, canned corn...... Drink a glass or two of WARM water after you eat one of them.

Question: what are conciderd high fiber foods? they changed my food at the hospital and just said high fiber

Answer: whole grains including oatmeal and whole grain cereals, many types of fruits and veggies (not all of them are high fiber, though), beans and and lentils, dried fruits. You'll still get regular foods as well. They'll just add more high fiber items to your meals.

Question: Is it possible whole wheat and high fiber foods could make me bloated? It feels that way.....

Answer: yes u will feel bloated and especially when u just started a high fiber diet, increase your high fiber intake gradually and lets your body system adjust to it. will be less bloat when u eat it often. i always take peppermint tea when i feel bloated and gassy its really help.