FRIDAY, June 18 (HealthDayNews) -- Don't let a low-carb diet blind you to the benefits of good carbohydrates such as fiber. A high-fiber diet may reduce your risk of a number of health problems, including diabetes, coronary artery disease, high cholesterol, obesity, and some gastrointestinal disorders, says an article in the June issue of the Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource. The article suggests the following ways for you to increase fiber in your diet:
More information The Harvard School of Public Health has more about fiber. (SOURCE: Mayo Clinic news release, June 2004) Copyright © 2004 ScoutNews LLC. All rights reserved. HealthDayNews articles are derived from various sources and do not reflect federal policy. healthfinder® does not endorse opinions, products, or services that may appear in news stories. For more information on health topics in the news, visit the healthfinder® health library. |