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Article: Fiber-rich foods good in diet plan
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- September 1, 1988
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Q. I know that fiber is supposed to be good for you, but I've
also heard that it can help a person lose weight, and I'm confused as
to how this can be. If it does happen to be true, what is there
about fiber that makes a person lose weight?
A. Fiber-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables, are generally
low in calories. In addition, these foods enhance the feeling of
fullness, so a person doesn't feel like eating as much; therefore,
someone who eats fiber-rich foods will probably eat less high-calorie
foods. Finally, high-fiber foods usually take longer to chew and
longer to digest.
For all these reasons, ...