A growing body of evidence shows that regular viscous
soluble fiber consumption creates a sense of fullness for longer and faster, and it can delay gastric emptying.
Not exact matches
In general, the
consumption of
soluble and insoluble
fiber makes the elimination of waste much easier.
Some lifestyle and diet changes that increase HDL cholesterol include aerobic exercise, weight loss, smoking cessation, moderate alcohol
consumption, monounsaturated fats, long - chain omega - 3s (eg algal EPA / DHA),
soluble fiber, and cranberry juice.
Soluble fiber slows digestion to prevent food from leaving the stomach too quickly after
consumption, helping to create a feeling of fullness after eating, which can be helpful in maintaining a healthy weight.
However, the effects of dietary
fiber on glycemic control were considered inconsequential.1 Furthermore, the expert panel of the ADA considered it difficult to achieve a high dietary intake of
soluble fiber without consuming foods or supplements fortified with
fiber.1 We therefore designed the present study to determine the effects on glycemic control and plasma lipid concentrations of increasing the intake of dietary
fiber in patients with type 2 diabetes exclusively through the
consumption of foods not fortified with
fiber (unfortified foods) to a level beyond that recommended by the ADA.
A 1999 study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found whole grain
consumption was associated with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease due to its
soluble fiber.
A study in 117 people with diabetes showed that increased
consumption of
soluble dietary
fiber led to significant improvements in blood sugar levels (23).