When trying to make dietary changes to live a healthier lifestyle, the options can seem overwhelming. There are a million different types of food plans that claim that by increasing or decreasing a ...

Most of us are familiar with the word fiber and know we're supposed to be getting a decent amount of it in our diet. But between the stresses of day-to-day responsibilities and trying to get in and ...

Let’s be honest—most of us aren’t getting nearly enough fiber. I sure wasn’t until I started paying attention to what I was actually eating every day. Currently, dietary fiber intakes among adults in ...

EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK, people are telling you to get more fiber. "It keeps things moving!" and "it keeps you full!” say the TV doctors and supplement ads. And, actually, they're right. In fact, given ...

If fiber had a claim to fame, it would be its benefits for digestion and gut health. But fiber is also touted as a key nutrient for weight management, along with protein, a macronutrient. With that in ...

Fiber has many benefits, including helping you manage and lose weight. Experts explain the five types of fiber and which one ...

The Portfolio Diet is designed to lower cholesterol by incorporating soy protein, plant sterols, nuts, and soluble fiber into your daily meals. Following the Portfolio Diet involves replacing certain ...

High cholesterol levels increase the risk of heart disease, but they can often be lowered through diet and lifestyle choices.

You’re probably not getting enough fiber in your diet. Dietitians explain the ideal amounts, how to get it, and why it ...