Americans lag on half the recommended fiber intake
A recent health briefing notes many Americans consume only about half of the advised daily fiber, prompting calls for improved dietary guidance and food labeling. The report cites sources from nutrition research groups and public health agencies urging increased fruit, grain, and vegetable consumption to boost fiber intake.
Fiber First for Diabetes Control and Weight Loss
A dietist emphasizes high fiber as key to managing blood sugar and preventing diabetes. It reduces sugar spikes, aids weight loss, and helps fullness with foods like beans, whole grains, and fruits. Fiber also relates to gut bacteria linked to obesity, with obese individuals showing less diverse colon microbiota.
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Spring into action this April in Northeast Ohio
Plan a kitchen and garden reset with grill prep, tool check, and a new vegetable or fruit to grow. Inventory lighters cedar planks tongs and spatulas ready for warm weather cooking. Map a summer garden order seeds plant seedlings and involve family in the harvest. See SPRING, B4.
Kosher Wines For Seder Alternative To Sweet Rites
The piece discusses finding Kosher wine options that suit the Seder beyond ultra sweet varieties. It explains Kosher certification, notably the U within an O from the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations, and mentions smaller local certifiers on foods and wines.
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