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JANUARY IS FIBER FOCUS MONTH

Fiber is a type of carbohydrate found in the When a grain is refined, the portions of the
parts of plant foods your body can’t digest grain’s outer shell have been removed. Both
or absorb. Fiber makes you feel fuller for vital nutrients and fiber are stripped from the
longer, aiding in weight management as well grain through this process. Food containing
as helping lower cholesterol. You can find refined grains requires supplementation to
fiber in two forms — soluble and insoluble. replace the nutrients removed, and the fiber
remains low. Foods that contain unrefined
Soluble fiber is the form of fiber that
dissolves in water. Examples of food that grains are higher in fiber and provide the body
contain soluble fiber are fruits, vegetables, with more nutrients.
and some foods containing grains. It passes
through the digestive system, absorbing REFINED UNREFINED
water and helping move food through the GRAINS GRAINS
intestinal tract.
Insoluble fiber comes from plant cell walls White Bread Oats
and does not dissolve in water. This type Pasta Popcorn
of fiber is not digested and helps keep White Rice Whole Wheat
the digestive tract healthy. It aids in the White Flour Bread
movement of material through your digestive Cereals
system, promotes intestinal regularity, and Some Processed Brown Rice
Foods
reduces the risk of colon diseases. Insoluble
fiber is found in some grains and is often
known as unrefined grains. Unrefined grains Source:
contain more of their natural ingredients https://www.everydayhealth.com/digestive-
than refined grains. health/experts-why-is-fiber-important.aspx

pROduce pick: BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Brussels sprouts are a member of the choice to add to any meal. Antioxidants are
Brassicaceae family of vegetables, also also present, which can help your body fight
known as cruciferous, and are closely related against cancer, inflammation, and lower the
to kale, cauliflower, and mustard greens. risk of developing chronic diseases.
They are classified as wild cabbage and Brussels sprouts can be sautéed, roasted,
popular in Brussels, Belgium, from where boiled, baked, or steamed. There are many
the name originated. These tiny cabbages recipes available to help add flavor and
are both versatile and pack a considerable excitement to an already flavorful dish. See
nutritional punch. the From the Kitchen section for a recipe

They provide nutrients such as protein, for Crispy Brussels Sprouts with a Lemon
healthy carbohydrates, and fiber. In addition, Yogurt Sauce.
they contain ample amounts of Vitamins K, C,
A, and folate, which make them an excellent Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brussels_sprout