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sources of fiber, diet, fiber, roughage, bulk, dietary fiber is found in plant foods, fiber cannot be digested by humans, has no calories, the body cannot absorb it, dietary fiber provides a feeling of fullness, adds bulk, in the diet, assists digestion, elimination, fiber in daily diet helps, prevent many problems, brings many benefits, in controlling weight by making feel full sooner, helps, prevent constipation, in the prevention, treatment of diverticulosis, diabetes, heart disease, ask health care provider, registered dietician, , two forms of fiber, soluble, insoluble, soluble fiber attracts water, turns to gel, digestion, slows digestion, rate of nutrient absorption, stomach, intestine, found in oat bran, barley, nuts, seeds, beans, lentils, peas, fruits, vegetables, insoluble fiber is found in foods wheat bran, vegetables, whole grains, appears to speed the passage of foods, the stomach, intestines, adds bulk, stool, eating a large amount, fiber, short period of time, cause intestinal gas, flatulence, bloating, abdominal cramps, subsides once the natural bacteria, in the digestive system get used, increase in fiber, in the diet, problem, gas, diarrhea, reduced considerably by adding fiber gradually, diet, too much fiber, interfere, the absorption of trace minerals, iron, zinc, magnesium, calcium, effect is minimal, high-fiber foods, rich in minerals, average american now eats 10 to 15 grams of fiber per day, recommendation, older children, adolescents, adults is 20 to 35 grams per day, younger children, not be able to eat enough calories to achieve this, introducing whole grains, fresh fruits, high fiber foods is suggested, to ensure adequate fiber intake, eat a variety of foods, more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, cereals, dried beans, peas, add fiber gradually, a period of a few weeks to avoid abdominal discomfort, water aids the passage of fiber, the digestive system, drink plenty of fluids, 8 glasses of water, noncaloric fluid a day, peeling, reduce the amount, fiber, food, cooking, increase intake by decreasing the volume, the food that is prepared, eating fiber-containing food is beneficial either cooked, raw.