Fiber, more than just a bowel movement.
High fiber diets increase bowel movements and soften stools; making going to the bathroom less strenuous. This is great for treating conditions such as diverticulosis, Irritable Bowl Syndrome, and constipation. But, there is a great deal more fiber does for us. http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/science/organisms_ behaviour_health/diet_drugs/revision/5/ Fiber is the part of food our bodies cannot digest. When we eat a carbohydrate, say an apple, our body breaks the carbohydrate down into the smallest form it can; sugar. We use sugar for short bursts of energy and to fuel our brain. When breaking down the carbohydrate, our body runs into fiber. Human bodies aren’t able to break down fiber, so it is sent right on through. There are essentially two different types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Each type achieves different objectives and can be found in different types of foods. Soluble Fiber Soluble fiber mixes in water (hence the name soluble). When mixe...