logging in or signing up PPT 29 Yuan Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINTLite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 678 Category: Entertainment License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: October 04, 2007 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript Fiber – The Hidden Treasure: Fiber – The Hidden Treasure The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension ServiceFiber-Rich Foods Are Helpful in Weight Loss: Fiber-Rich Foods Are Helpful in Weight Loss Typically low in fat and calories Take longer to chew so may eat slower and less food Digest slower so feel full longer There are two types of fiber: There are two types of fiber Soluble fiber can help lower your cholesterol - Found in oat bran, apples, pears and dried beans or peas Insoluble fiber promotes regularity and helps prevent constipation - Found in whole wheat breads, cereals, wheat bran and most vegetablesHigh-Fiber Foods: High-Fiber Foods High-fiber foods are a good source of nutrients, such as complex carbohydrates, vitamins and mineralsThe Food Guide Pyramid Can Help Plan a Higher Fiber Diet: The Food Guide Pyramid Can Help Plan a Higher Fiber Diet Whole Grains are the base – 6 to 11 servings/day depending on calorie level Fruits and Vegetables are next – 5 to 9 servings a day Wheat Bread is Not Whole Wheat Bread: Wheat Bread is Not Whole Wheat Bread First ingredient - whole wheat flour or stone ground whole wheat flour Whole wheat bread has 1.5 to 2 grams of fiber per sliceFiber Recommendations: Fiber Recommendations 25 to 30 grams a day– most people eat only half this amount Increase fiber intake gradually Drink more water and fluids – 8 to 12 cups daily To work well, fiber must absorb fluidFiber Check List: Fiber Check List Eat 5 fruits and vegetables – unpeeled if possible Boost your intake of whole grain bread Use whole grain cereals and pasta Substitute beans and peas for meat Take Home Message: Take Home Message Fiber helps with weight control and regularity Gradually increase to 25-25 grams per day Increase fluids as you increase fiber Enjoy more fruit, vegetables, and whole grains You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
PPT 29 Yuan Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINTLite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 678 Category: Entertainment License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: October 04, 2007 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript Fiber – The Hidden Treasure: Fiber – The Hidden Treasure The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension ServiceFiber-Rich Foods Are Helpful in Weight Loss: Fiber-Rich Foods Are Helpful in Weight Loss Typically low in fat and calories Take longer to chew so may eat slower and less food Digest slower so feel full longer There are two types of fiber: There are two types of fiber Soluble fiber can help lower your cholesterol - Found in oat bran, apples, pears and dried beans or peas Insoluble fiber promotes regularity and helps prevent constipation - Found in whole wheat breads, cereals, wheat bran and most vegetablesHigh-Fiber Foods: High-Fiber Foods High-fiber foods are a good source of nutrients, such as complex carbohydrates, vitamins and mineralsThe Food Guide Pyramid Can Help Plan a Higher Fiber Diet: The Food Guide Pyramid Can Help Plan a Higher Fiber Diet Whole Grains are the base – 6 to 11 servings/day depending on calorie level Fruits and Vegetables are next – 5 to 9 servings a day Wheat Bread is Not Whole Wheat Bread: Wheat Bread is Not Whole Wheat Bread First ingredient - whole wheat flour or stone ground whole wheat flour Whole wheat bread has 1.5 to 2 grams of fiber per sliceFiber Recommendations: Fiber Recommendations 25 to 30 grams a day– most people eat only half this amount Increase fiber intake gradually Drink more water and fluids – 8 to 12 cups daily To work well, fiber must absorb fluidFiber Check List: Fiber Check List Eat 5 fruits and vegetables – unpeeled if possible Boost your intake of whole grain bread Use whole grain cereals and pasta Substitute beans and peas for meat Take Home Message: Take Home Message Fiber helps with weight control and regularity Gradually increase to 25-25 grams per day Increase fluids as you increase fiber Enjoy more fruit, vegetables, and whole grains