Fiber and its benefits

Fiber is a major key to good health. Recent studies show the value of this rough around the edges food. Most people don’t even think about it. If they get enough they would not even know. Some research states that our ancestors were eating about 100 grams of this value commodity but today most research says we only get about 8 grams. Wow now that is what you call a drop in the bucket.

The FDA has tried to convince us all it has value by increasing the fruits, vegetables and grains in our diet through the food pyramid. However their guidelines seem to have everyone more confused. The FDA says five servings of this and 4 servings of that however that broadness leaves a lot of room for interpretation. I think the biggest area of confusion is what constitutes grains. We have all been brainwashed that white flavorless, colorless and tasteless bread is a grain. However, when every bit of nutrient is pulled from something it basically becomes nothing.

Recently at a farmers market a young boy and his mother were shopping. They came along the different booths, looked over the produce and walked by. Tasted a couple of healthy baked products and continued on down the line. As they were walking off in their hands were no fruits or vegetables only white bread. This mentality is only going to lead to more obesity, heart disease and colon cancers. As Americans we need to take a stand for healthy food. David Letterman just recently wrote that as Americans we have so much to be thankful for, so many opportunities and the best of everything in the world why we spend so much time complaining and not enough time appreciating.

Take a stand for your health. Commit to eating only whole grain products. This commitment is not a difficult one it will not break the bank, however you will be committing to a healthier lifestyle and potential years added on your life. Take a stand today.