Fiber Helps Cut Heart Attacks

Fiber can help cut the risk of heart attack by as much as 76%!  A high fiber diet promotes good health and adds enjoyable healthy years to your life.  This list illustrates additional well-known facts, which have been scientifically confirmed.  Dietary Fibers:

• Fight obesity
• Clean arteries
• Reduce cholesterol
• Correct constipation
• Deter premature aging
• Lower risks of stroke
• Prevent certain cancers
• Bring down high blood pressure
• Lower risks of Alzheimer's disease
• Relieve gastro-esophageal reflux disease
• Alleviate diverticular disease of intestines
• Treat diabetes and improve glycemic index
• Lower risks of heart attacks and heart disease
• Decrease risk of complications of pregnancy

Fiber can be found in many types of foods.  Here are some suggestions on how to improve your fiber intake:

• Eat cooked beans frequently
• Eat whole grain or whole wheat bread instead of white.
• Substitute brown rice for white.
• Eat bran muffins, oatmeal and multi-grain cereals.
• Anything whole wheat or whole grain is usually a good source of fiber.
• Eat bran cereal - check the label to be sure it contains plenty of fiber.
• Mix wheat bran with other food, especially in baked dishes.
• Eat at least 4 cups of fruits and vegetables each day!
• Foods high in fiber include: apples, oranges, berries, pears, broccoli, carrots, beans, green peas, and cauliflower.