NUTRITION TIP: Are you getting enough Fiber?

THE IMPORTANCE OF FIBER IN YOUR DIET

The body is a complex machine. Every day, we put food, supplements and liquids into it, hoping that we are creating the perfect balance for healthy living.  One essential element that is important to consumer is fiber. Fiber plays many roles in the body.

Fiber is important because it has an influence on the digestion process from start to finish:

• Because it demands that food be more thoroughly chewed, fiber slows down the eating process and helps contribute to a feeling of being full, which in turn can help prevent obesity from overeating.
• Fiber makes food more satisfying, probably because the contents of the stomach are bulkier and stay there longer.
• Fiber slows digestion and absorption so that glucose (sugar) in food enters the bloodstream more slowly, which keeps blood sugar on a more even level.
• Fiber is broken down in the colon (the main part of the large intestine) by bacteria (a process called fermentation), and the simple organic acids produced by this breakdown helps to nourish the lining of the colon.
• These acids also provide fuel for the rest of the body, especially the liver, and may have an important role in metabolism.

BENEFITS OF FIBER FOOD:

• Improves bowel function
• Reduces bowel transit time
• Lowers Cholesterol
• Reduces risk of Colon Cancer
• Improves Diabetes
• Helps Weight Loss
• Lowers Triglycerides

FIBER AND WEIGHT LOSS:

• Fiber acts as an appetite suppressant. High fiber food absorbs water, causing it to swell. This gives a nice feeling of fullness that many weight loss programs do not provide.
• Helps reduce blood sugar swings. Fiber gives a nice, long, steady release of sugar into the bloodstream, reducing hunger pangs, headaches, and fatigue produced by rapid drops in blood sugar.
• Helps reduce the amount of insulin released by the pancreas by slowing down the breakdown of carbohydrates into glucose entering the bloodstream.
• Reduces the absorption of fats.
• Fiber food can actually impair the ability of the body to absorb sugars and fats. This means you can actually consume these foods occasionally and still lose weight by keeping insulin low and allowing the body to continue the fat burning process.
• Overweight individuals usually consume their food quickly. Fiber food takes longer to chew and automatically slows down the speed of consumption.
• Eating more fiber will help trigger the "satisfaction response" before large quantities are ingested; signaling the "I'm full" message.

DID YOU KNOW - ISAGENIX FiberPro 

The most complete multifiber complex that helps to support natural digestion and regularity.

Reasons why FiberPro is important for your body:

• The advanced FiberPro formula, which contains five different sources of plant fiber, helps to speed up the movement of food through the digestive system naturally, helping to promote regularity and reduce constipation.*

• FiberPro contains the exclusive Isagenix Active6 Complex of probiotics which helps restore the balance of healthy bacteria.*

• FiberPro contains both insoluble and soluble fiber, which provides bulk and helps you to feel full longer.

• The American Dietetic Association recommends consuming 25–35 grams a day. Each serving of FiberPro gives you 5 grams of fiber to help you meet those needs.

• Add to your daily IsaLean® Shake! An easy and convenient way to get fiber everyday.

How is FiberPro different from other fiber products?

FiberPro is the most complete multi-fiber complex, containing five different sources of plant fiber, and exclusive Isagenix® Active6 Complex of probiotics, which helps to restore the balance of healthy bacteria. FiberPro includes soluble fiber to promote regularity and insoluble fiber to absorb impurities which increases the cleansing action.*

How do I use FiberPro?

As part of your Isagenix system, take one to two servings daily. Each serving adds 5 grams of fiber to help you fill the gap in getting the recommended daily amount of fiber. For each serving, stir 1 scoop into your beverage of choice. It will dissolve in any liquid, including water, juice, yogurt, IsaLean® Shakes and Soups and even Cleanse for Life™. Use with Isagenix Multi-Enzyme Complex™ and IsaFlush!® for a complete digestive solution for reducing digestive problems like gas and constipation.

Why do I need FiberPro?

More than 95 million North Americans suffer from recurring digestive problems that can be easily alleviated by including enough prebiotic fiber and probiotics in the diet. The advanced formulation of FiberPro and its fully soluble form make it an ideal way to incorporate supplementation of these key nutrients into your daily routine.

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