Fit or Fat? Fibre Rich Foods Can Make a Bigger Difference to Your Weight Than You Think - Pristine Organics
Like it or not, the daily movement of our bowels is far more central to our weight control, our well-being, and in fact, to our very existence, than we realize. There’s a reason why the ‘throne’, as it is sometimes referred to, is the most important seat in our homes. So what does that have to do with the fibre in our diet? There’s a direct correlation, as you will see. Fibre acts like a natural broom that sweeps the colon clean, and fights the buildup of toxins and bad bacteria which are the root cause of any number of diseases and chronic health conditions. So what exactly is fibre? Fibre, or rather, dietary fibre, refers to the indigestible parts of plant-based fibre rich foods – the hull, the skin, etc. It is also known as roughage or bulk. Unlike other carbs, fibre does not get broken down into sugar, but passes through the intestines relatively intact. On its journey down though, fiber does a lot of work. Fact: Fibre is a mix of soluble and insoluble ...