Functions of Soluble Fiber
- bind with fatty acids
- prolong stomach emptying time so that sugar is released and absorbed more slowly
Benefits of Soluble Fiber
- lower total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the Bad cholesterol) therefore reducing the risk of heart disease
- regulate blood sugar for people with diabetes
Food Sources of Soluble Fiber
- Oat/Oat bran
- Dried beans and peas
- Nuts
- Barley
- Flax seed
- Fruits such as oranges and apples
- Vegetables such as carrots
- Psyllium husk
A Food supplement that is high in these fibres and has a very low GI can be found at MyHealthySupplement
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