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    Vilified vittles reconsidered  Sep 7, 2008
    Reasons to reconsider: An average potato is only 100 calories and packs in several key nutrients, including potassium and vitamin C. Recent studies indicate that potatoes contain resistant starch, a type of dietary fiber that resists digestion and may help boost your calorie burn and keep you feeling full. Best ways to enjoy: Keep whole and out of the deep fryer. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Dressing for success  Sep 4, 2008
    Per (2-tablespoon) serving: 245 calories, 23 g fat, 2 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates, 0 mg cholesterol, 165 mg sodium, 0 g dietary fiber ... 5 mg cholesterol, 322 mg sodium, 0 g dietary fiber. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Summer’s delicious melons (14)  Aug 31, 2008
    These sweet tasting members of the gourd family are rich in Vitamins A and C, potassium, dietary fiber, but low in sugar and calories. To choose a ready- to- eat melon look for one that is heavy for its size and has a yellowish cast to the outside skin. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)

    Nuts and Popcorn: OK for the Colon?  Aug 30, 2008
    "This disorder is found in industrialized, western nations nations where diets have low dietary fiber. In Africa and Asia it is very uncommon," Strate says. Reliance on refined cereal grains may be a factor, Strate says, as well as red meat consumption, obesity, smoking, lack of physical activity, and perhaps even the impact of that daily aspirin so many Americans take on their doctor's advice. (Time.com)

    American Journal of Hypertension  Aug 29, 2008
    Increasing daily intake of dietary fiber during the first trimester of pregnancy is associated with a reduced risk of preeclampsia. Read the by Qiu et al., and the. (Nature News Service)

    Dietitian Magician: Beer benefits pouring in  Aug 28, 2008
    Nutrition information per serving: Calories: 390; Carbohydrate: 28 grams; Cholesterol: 90 milligrams; Dietary Fiber: 4 grams; Fat: 19 grams; Protein: 28 grams; Sodium: 520 milligrams; Sugar: 3 grams. Remember these potential health effects are only for those who follow the moderation guidelines of one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)

    Something for everyone  Aug 28, 2008
    7% calories from fat); 42g protein; 27g carbohydrate; 12g dietary fiber; 88 mg cholesterol; 377 mg sodium ... 4% calories from fat); 9g protein; 7g carbohydrate; 3g dietary fiber; 13 mg cholesterol; 317 mg sodium ... 1% calories from fat); 17g protein; 4g carbohydrate; 1g dietary fiber; 136 mg cholesterol; 490 mg sodium. (NJ.com -- Times)

    Blanket invitation  Aug 28, 2008
    Per serving: 497 calories, 24 g fat, 32 g carbohydrates, 40 g protein, 173 mg cholesterol, 1,047 mg sodium, 2 g dietary fiber ... Per serving: 53 calories, 0 g fat, 12 g carbohydrates, 1 g protein, 0 mg cholesterol, 196 mg sodium, 1 g dietary fiber ... Per serving: 256 calories, 13 g fat, 3 g protein, 34 g carbohydrates, 76 mg sodium, 0 mg cholesterol, 2 g dietary fiber. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Whole Grains Add Health To White Breads  Aug 26, 2008
    The biggest difference is in dietary fiber ... Keeping the bran in the mix gives a roughly 400 percent increase in the amount of dietary fiber present ... Arnold Country White: 120 calories, 2 grams fat, 0 cholesterol, 260 mg sodium, 22 grams carbs, 1 gram dietary fiber, 3 grams protein. (Click2Houston, TX)

    Got the blues?  Aug 20, 2008
    You can fulfill half of that recommendation with a cup of blueberries, which has just 80 calories and contributes to our daily intake of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Blueberries also rank high in antioxidants. Fresh berries can also be frozen. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Pickling captures the fleeting tastes of summer’s fruits and vegetables  Aug 17, 2008
    Per 1/4-cup serving: 128 calories (none from fat), no fat or cholesterol, 29 grams carbohydrates, trace protein, 3 milligrams sodium, 1 gram dietary fiber ... Per serving: 50 calories (3 percent from fat), trace total fat (no saturated fat), no cholesterol, 15 grams carbohydrates, 1 gram protein, 708 milligrams sodium, 1 gram dietary fiber ... Per 1/4-cup serving: 37 calories (9 percent from fat), trace fat (no saturated fat), no cholesterol, 9 grams carbohydrates, trace protein, 183 milligrams... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Progress got us a bad diet  Aug 16, 2008
    1 g9% Dietary Fiber 2. 3 g22% Total Fat 14. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    Misunderstood tubar offers excellent nutritional value  Aug 13, 2008
    Of course, you'd also make it a good source of dietary fiber ... Sweet potatoes are a good source of dietary fiber, which helps to promote a healthy digestive tract. (Brewton Standard, AL)

    TASTE: Eat to compete: recipes for success  Aug 10, 2008
    Nutritional Information: 410 Calories, 150 Calories from Fat, 16g Total Fat, 5g Saturated Fat, 0g Trans Fat, 180mg Cholesterol, 780mg Sodium, 21g Total Carbohydrate, 1g Dietary Fiber, 5g Sugars, 41g Protein ... 5g Saturated Fat, 0g Trans Fat, 145mg Cholesterol, 1050mg Sodium, 23g Total Carbohydrate, 3g Dietary Fiber, 2g Sugars, 40g Protein ... 5g Total Fat, 1g Saturated Fat, 0g Trans Fat, 90mg Cholesterol, 260mg Sodium, 24g Total Carbo-hydrate, 2g Dietary Fiber, 21g Sugars, 34g Protein. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Everyday Superfoods: Quinoa  Aug 9, 2008
    a good source of dietary fiber. rich in E and B vitamins. (Suite101.com)

    The other melon  Aug 6, 2008
    Per serving: 268 calories (19 percent from fat), 6 grams total fat (1 gram saturated), 62 milligrams cholesterol, 32 grams carbohydrates, 25 grams protein, 157 milligrams sodium, 4 grams dietary fiber. Recipe developed for The Star by professional home economists Kathryn Moore and Roxanne Wyss. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Mangoes make sweet meal on grill  Jul 30, 2008
    The fruit is low in calories and high in essential vitamins and antioxidants, and is a good source of dietary fiber. Even better, between May and September they are seasonally abundant from growers in Florida and California. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Diabetes cookbook is award winner  Jul 29, 2008
    I think that it would be much wiser to have a regional cook book for diabetics (Bismarck Tribune, ND)

    Soy Foods May Prevent Breast Cancer  Jul 28, 2008
    org website, soybeans are listed as a source of dietary fiber and essential Omega-3 fatty acids. In addition to breast cancer, soybeans are suggested to have preventive effects against obesity, heart disease, and other types of cancer. (Suite101.com)

    On Health Gut check  Jul 28, 2008
    The irony of the public avoiding the fruits and vegetables suspected in an outbreak, is that these foods contain dietary fiber essential to our gut bugs to fight the good fight. Our change in diet, coupled with uncontrolled use of antibiotics, may be adversely altering our organic relationship with our most important weapon against food-borne pathogens. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Health Benefits of Fresh or Frozen ...  Jul 24, 2008
    Good source of dietary fiber. Excellent source of antioxidants. (Suite101.com)

    Customized Chex Mix  Jul 24, 2008
    Approximate values per 1/4-cup serving: 79 calories (57 percent from fat), 5 g fat (1 g saturated), 4 mg cholesterol, 2 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates, 1 g dietary fiber, 121 mg sodium. 2008 The Huntsville Times. (AL.com)

    Coffee And Cigarette Consumption Are High Among AA Attendees  Jul 22, 2008
    27, 2007) Already recognized as a source of healthful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds, coffee also contains significantly higher levels of soluble dietary fiber than other commonly consumed. (June 27, 2008) A new large, prospective population-based study confirms an inverse relationship between coffee consumption and liver cancer risk. (Science Daily)

    Dietary Fiber Cuts Risk of Pregnancy Complication  Jul 19, 2008
    Preeclampsia raises blood pressure, but the nutrient lowers the odds, study finds. Thursday, July 17, 2008. (MEDLINEplus)

    Low-fat Diets May Not Be Best For Weight Loss, Study Suggests  Jul 18, 2008
    In the two-year study, 322 moderately obese people were intensively monitored and were randomly assigned one of three diets: a low-fat, calorie-restricted diet; a Mediterranean calorie-restricted diet with the highest level of dietary fiber and monounsaturated/saturated fat; or a low-carbohydrate diet with the least amount of carbohydrates, highest fat, protein, and dietary cholesterol. The low-carb dieters had no caloric intake restrictions. (Science Daily)

    Diet Plans Produce Similar Results  Jul 18, 2008
    The Mediterranean diet had the most amounts of dietary fiber and also included lots of fruits and vegetables. All three regimens had similar calorie counts. (MEDLINEplus)

    Picnic for two  Jul 16, 2008
    222 calories, 3 g protein, 31 g carbohydrates, 10 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 0 mi cholesterol, 247 mi sodium, 5 g dietary fiber ... NUTRITION: Per serving: 507 calories, 35 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates, 39 g fat, 5 g saturated fat, 100 mi cholesterol, 790 mi sodium, 0 g dietary fiber ... NUTRITION Per serving: 435 calories, 14 g protein, 67 g carbohydrates, 17 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 53 mi cholesterol, 736 mi sodium, 6 g dietary fiber. (Montana Standard, MT)

    How To Look And Feel Your Best All Summer Long  Jul 14, 2008
    Nutritional Values per Serving: Calories 38, Total Fat 0g, Saturated Fat 0g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 431mg, Total Carbohydrate 8g, Dietary Fiber 2g, Protein 3g, Vitamin A 7% DV, Vitamin C 21% DV, Calcium 2% DV, Iron 6% DV ... Nutritional Values per Serving: Calories 28, Total Fat 0g, Saturated Fat 0g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 54mg, Total Carbohydrate 6g, Dietary Fiber 2g, Protein 2g, Vitamin A. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)

    Click 'n' save  Jul 13, 2008
    Per serving: 492 calories, 17 g fat (6 g saturated), 124 mg cholesterol, 1,315 mg sodium, 39 g carbohydrates, 5 g dietary fiber, 42 g protein. (From ConAgra, on coolsavings. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    The Heart Health Benefits of Pistachios  Jul 6, 2008
    Pistachios contain more than 10 percent of the Daily Value of dietary fiber and essential vitamins and minerals. One serving of pistachios has as much potassium as half of a large banana. (Pekin Times, IL)

    Getting more nutrition from produce  Jul 5, 2008
    You'll consume more dietary fiber when you eat the skin. Share this on. (CNN -- Health)

    Fragrant Thai guava tastes a bit like a pear  Jul 2, 2008
    Your Connection to the. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Jazzing up the holiday with a ...  Jul 2, 2008
    5g saturated fat, 67g protein, 47g total carbohydrate (3g dietary fiber, 4g sugar), 175mg cholesterol, 890mg sodium. For reservations for Mark Valenza's clam bake this week, call (609) 737-4400 or see the restaurant website (zarestaurants. (NJ.com -- Times)

    Put beef and chicken back on the Fourth menu with recipes that use economical but tasty cuts of meat  Jun 25, 2008
    Nutritional information per serving: 279 calories, 8 grams fat, 12 grams carbohydrates, 39 grams protein, 161 milligrams cholesterol, 1,200 milligrams sodium, trace dietary fiber, 25 percent of calories from fat ... Nutritional information per serving, based on 8: 262 calories, 15 grams fat, 2 grams carbohydrates, 28 grams protein, 72 milligrams cholesterol, 356 milligrams sodium, trace dietary fiber, 52 percent of calories from fat. (Munster Times, IN)

    500 Club: Beans are excellent source of protein, iron and fiber  Jun 22, 2008
    7 grams dietary fiber and 10 ... 8 grams dietary fiber, 6. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Color, crunch  Jun 18, 2008
    NUTRITION Per serving: 301 calories, 23 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates, 15 g fat, 4 g saturated fat, 94 mg cholesterol, 377 mg sodium, 3 g dietary fiber. Untitled Document. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Coffee's Aroma Kick-starts Genes In The Brain  Jun 17, 2008
    27, 2007) Already recognized as a source of healthful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds, coffee also contains significantly higher levels of soluble dietary fiber than other commonly consumed. . (Science Daily)

    The mystery of matcha powder  Jun 17, 2008
    Matcha is rich in vitamins - A, B complex, C, E and K - and is a natural source of dietary fiber. As in all Camellia sinensis teas, it also contains a high amount of antioxidants. (Florida Times-Union)

    Meatless dishes stretch tight food budget  Jun 11, 2008
    Lentils supply impressive amounts of dietary fiber and a range of nutrients. Unlike some of their relatives, lentils don't require soaking. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Egg roll wrappers create base for elegant dessert  Jun 11, 2008
    Per serving, with syrup: 225 calories (14 percent from fat), 4 grams total fat (2 grams saturated), 12 milligrams cholesterol, 43 grams carbohydrates, 6 grams protein, 255 milligrams sodium, 1 gram dietary fiber. Untitled Document. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Make a more healthful pasta salad this year  Jun 11, 2008
    To start, the white-flour macaroni is replaced with whole-wheat or multi-grain pasta, which adds nutrients, dietary fiber and a light, nutty flavor. The recipe calls for elbow macaroni, but any small pasta shape will work fine. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Health benefits of peanuts  Jun 10, 2008
    2g dietary fiber, 329mg potassium, 0. 1g sodium, 63mg magnesium, 0. (Northwest Indiana Times)

    Community : The bears are back in town  Jun 10, 2008
    Online news and information for the Rhinelander region. SEARCH 14-day search. (Forest Republican, WI)

    How to Make Crustless Quiche  Jun 9, 2008
    The spinach nest for this quiche adds a healthy dose of iron, magnesium, vitamins A, C, K, folic acid, antioxidants and dietary fiber. If you have trouble getting your family to eat their vegetables, this may be a good dish to try. (Suite101.com)

    Strawberry Salsa  Jun 9, 2008
    Strawberries contain a host of nutrients in addition to vitamin C including protein, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, folate and vitamin A. A serving size of 1 cup has only 50 calories. When shopping for strawberries, look for bright red berries with fresh green caps still on. (Scranton Times, PA)

    BBQ Chicken and Cheddar Foil Packet Dinner  Jun 6, 2008
    5 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Calcium 20% Daily Value, Protein 38 g (10 grams from dairy), Carbohydrates 21 g, Dietary Fiber 2 g.. Recipes from Midwest Dairy Assn.. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)

    Shopping Cart  Jun 6, 2008
    Servings promise 3 grams or dietary fiber or 100 mg of calcium. A portion of sales benefits the Mama Cares Foundation. (North County Times)

    The Dietitian Magician: Patching up your health with strawberries  Jun 5, 2008
    Serving Size:1 cup sliced fresh strawberries Calories 50 Protein 1 gram Carbohydrates 11 grams Dietary Fiber 3 grams Sodium 2 mg Calcium 23 mg Iron 0. 63 mg Magnesium 16 mg Phosphorus 31 mg Potassium 44 mg Selenium 1 mg Vitamin C 94 mg Folate 29 mcg Vitamin A 44 IU. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)

    Growing pains: Ups and downs of organic farming in North County  Jun 5, 2008
    5 g protein, 6 g dietary fiber. Sponsored Links. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Strawbery crop late but great (19)  Jun 1, 2008
    The fruit contains more vitamin C than citrus fruit and is an excellent source of dietary fiber, potassium and vitamin A.. For dieters, one cup of fresh, sliced strawberries contains only 50 calories. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    Why Pumpkin Is a Kitchen Staple  Jun 1, 2008
    Cooking with This Fall Squash Is Easy and Nutritious. Pumpkin - versatile cooking, healthy eating, decorating treasure. (Suite101.com)

    What Have You Done for Your Heart Health Lately?  Jun 1, 2008
    Vegetables and fruits are good sources of vitamins and minerals, and they are low in calories and rich in dietary fiber. A diet high in soluble fiber, the kind found in fruits and vegetables, can help lower your cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart disease. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    TASTE: Easy summer meal ideas  Jun 1, 2008
    Blueberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and manganese as well as a good source of dietary fiber. They are low in sodium and virtually fat free with only 80 calories per cup. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    What do you eat before running?  May 31, 2008
    As a sports dietitian, I know that the best thing to eat before a race is something familiar (this is not the time to try the new energy drink you picked up at the expo) and something easy to digest (this is not the time to load up on dietary fiber unless you want to make several pit stops to the porta-potty). I talked to Lee Fidler's running group (these men and women are competitive. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Newswatch, Police/Fire  May 29, 2008
    The grants are for schools that support student wellness by offering increased amounts of fruits and vegetables and dietary fiber, growing fruit and vegetables on campus and promoting physical activity through morning exercise programs and other activities. "Health begins in the school environment and carries over to the home environment," said Sue Uehara, director of the Department of Education's Child Nutrition Program. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    The right size, right filling key to healthy wrap  May 28, 2008
    Plus, with sweet potatoes as the main ingredient, they are loaded with nutrients and healthy dietary fiber. The wraps are made using 8-inch tortillas, which are the perfect size for the amount of filling created with this recipe. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Heart healthy food shopping just got easier  May 24, 2008
    Contain 10 percent or more of the daily value of 1 of 6 nutrients: vitamins A and C, iron, calcium, protein or dietary fiber. The heart-check mark indicates that a food has been screened and verified by the American Heart Association to be low in saturated fat and cholesterol. (Georgetown Record, MA)

    Seasonal Cook: Sweet on cherries  May 22, 2008
    Cherries are also nutrient-rich and an excellent source of dietary fiber. Made up primarily of water and carbohydrates, a half-cup serving of fresh cherries contains 37 calories. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Schools to lop junk off menu  May 16, 2008
    More than 2 grams of dietary fiber per serving. No beverages larger than 12 ounces except water and milk containing 1 percent fat or less. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Diana McCullough  May 13, 2008
    The plant grows 1 to 2 1/2 feet tall and is low in starch and high in dietary fiber. It takes 105 to 140 days to reach maturity and thrives in full sun and rich, well-drained soils. (Agri-View, WI)

    TASTE: Entertaining: The Mediterranean way  May 8, 2008
    5g, Trans Fat 0g, Total Fat 11g, Cholesterol 5mg, Sodium 320mg, Total Carbohydrate 51g, Sugars 7g, Dietary Fiber 3g, Protein 9g, Vitamin A 25%, Vitamin C 160%, Calcium 2%, Iron 8 ... 5g, Trans Fat 0g, Total Fat 13g, Cholesterol 5mg, Sodium 340mg, Total Carbohydrate 4g, Sugars 1g, Dietary Fiber 1g, Protein 2g, Vitamin A 2%, Vitamin C 6%, Calcium 2%, Iron 3 ... 5g, Trans Fat 0g, Total Fat 13g, Cholesterol 20mg, Sodium 620mg, Total Carbohydrate 28g, Sugars 3g, Dietary Fiber 2g, Protein 8g, Vitamin... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Make your own mozzarella  May 4, 2008
    Per serving (based on 4): 758 calories (40 percent from fat), 34 grams total fat (15 grams saturated), 70 milligrams cholesterol, 90 grams carbohydrates, 24 grams protein, 389 milligrams sodium, 12 grams dietary fiber ... Per serving: 268 calories (70 percent from fat), 21 grams total fat (10 grams saturated), 51 milligrams cholesterol, 7 grams carbohydrates, 13 grams protein, 247 milligrams sodium, 1 gram dietary fiber. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    Recipe: Tuna with Chickpeas  Apr 19, 2008
    They are a staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking and are rich in protein, dietary fiber and the trace mineral molybdenum. If using canned beans, drain and rinse them well. (Suite101.com)

    Not Your Grandma's Passover Seder  Apr 17, 2008
    This year, KosherFest will feature matzah that was created from whole wheat and was high in dietary fiber and 30 percent lower in calories. But, while the Passover Seder Table this year might offer more choices than ever in terms of foods, wines, beverages, desserts and all sorts of goodies, the bad news is that Kosher distributors are reporting that they have not been immune from the steep price hikes facing the entire food industry today. (Suite101.com)

    Healthier Dutch Apple Pie Recipe  Apr 17, 2008
    Bake Dessert Healthy with Whole Grain Flour. This delicious Dutch Apple Pie recipe will make the whole family happy. (Suite101.com)

    TASTE: Dining al fresco: Outdoor entertaining is easy with mango recipes paired with white wines  Apr 17, 2008
    Mangos contain more than 20 different vitamins and minerals, are a good source of dietary fiber, and are an excellent source of vitamins C and A, both important antioxidant nutrients. To determine ripeness, squeeze the mango gently. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Even Chicken Parmesan can be low-fat (1)  Apr 15, 2008
    Even Chicken Parmesan can be low-fat. By The Associated Press - 12/27/06. (Helena Independent Record, MT)

    Healthy Diabetic Bakery Products Launched Nationally  Apr 15, 2008
    The Diabatrol Benefits "Diabco Life Sciences is pleased to have this alliance with Crawfords Bakery, and we are particularly pleased to have the opportunity to announce this program at a time when diabetes education and awareness is being emphasized by the Indiana Dietetic Association", says Thomas A. Stergar II, Managing Member of Diabco Life Sciences, LLC. "Diabatrol not only contains clinically documented bioactive ingredients to lower and stabilize blood sugar levels, but it also embodies a... (PR Newswire)

    Fruit For Thought  Apr 12, 2008
    Which Fruits Can Help Keep You Healthy. Issue date: 4/11/08 Section. (The Daily Campus, CT)

    Skinny Cheesecake  Apr 9, 2008
    Per serving, without chocolate: 166 calories (44 percent from fat), 8 grams total fat (5 grams saturated), 24 milligrams cholesterol, 20 grams carbohydrates, 4 grams protein, 117 milligrams sodium, trace dietary fiber. McClatchy News Service. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Sweet savory  Apr 9, 2008
    Per serving (based on 5): 702 calories, 32 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates, 58 g fat, 36 g saturated fat, 353 mg cholesterol, 603 mg sodium, 3 g dietary fiber. Per serving (using half butter, half olive oil): 744 calories, 32 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates, 63 g fat, 22 g saturated fat, 280 mg cholesterol, 600 mg sodium, 3 g dietary fiber ... Per 2-tablespoon serving: 170 calories, 0 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates, 19 g fat, 3 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 322 mg sodium, 0 g dietary fiber. (The Daily Reflector)

    Apples Lower Risk of Metabolic Disease  Apr 9, 2008
    Furthermore, apple product consumers diets were healthier than non-consumers they had a greater intake of fruit and key nutrients, including dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, calcium and potassium. These consumers also ate less total fat, saturated fat, discretionary fat and added sugars. (Newsmax)

    Dietary approach to irritable bowel  Apr 8, 2008
    Increasing dietary fiber: The best types of fiber for an IBS patient to include in their diet are the water-soluble fiber types, found in vegetables, fruits, oat bran, guar and legumes (beans and peas) and psyllium seed powder. Increase fiber slowly. (Helena Independent Record, MT)

    Balance schedules for healthy eating  Apr 8, 2008
    By EAT RIGHT MONTANA - 04/08/08. April can be tough on family dinner time. (Helena Independent Record, MT)

    Bread-in-a-bag workshop held  Apr 3, 2008
    One of the most important concepts is to learn that whole grain bread products contain more nutrients than white flour products and are an important source of dietary fiber. Students learn and practice measuring both liquid and dry ingredients, practice working cooperatively with a partner, and develop self-confidence by creating a successful, nutritious loaf of whole wheat bread to take home and share with family members. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    THE HEALTHY PLATE: Simple recipes for fresh spring peas  Apr 2, 2008
    They also are a great source of dietary fiber and plant proteins. Though they generally are thought of, and prepared like, vegetables, green peas actually are part of the legume family, which are plants that produce pods containing seeds or beans. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Keen on quinoa  Mar 30, 2008
    It s high in manganese, iron and dietary fiber; half a cup of it counts as almost two servings of whole grain. Eating whole-grain products and dietary fiber lowers the risk of high blood pressure and heart attack, and quinoa is also high in magnesium, which relaxes the blood vessels ... Nutritional analysis per serving: 338 calories, 14 grams fat, 34 grams carbohydrates, 22 grams protein, 37 milligrams cholesterol, 419 milligrams sodium, 5 grams dietary fiber, 36 percent of calories from fat. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    500 Club: Here’s one fruit worth going bananas over  Mar 30, 2008
    3 grams dietary fiber, 4. 2 grams protein. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    The Accidental Vegetarian: Learning to love a beet  Mar 27, 2008
    They're low in calories and high in vitamins C and A, dietary fiber and antioxidants. They add beautiful color to the plate, and are consistent in quality, no matter what size you buy. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    TASTE: Who knew Vegging Out could taste so great? Vegetables: The more the merrier!  Mar 26, 2008
    63 g, Dietary Fiber 4 g, Protein 26 g % Daily Values: Vitamin A 100%, Vitamin C 79%, Calcium 7%, Iron 12 ... 29 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g % Daily Values: Vitamin A 11%, Vitamin C 108%, Calcium 3%, Iron 2 ... 12 g, Dietary Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g % Daily Values: Vitamin A 61%, Vitamin C 43%, Calcium 3%, Iron 4. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Children with healthier diets do better in school  Mar 21, 2008
    Less healthful dietary components included saturated fat and salt, while healthy foods were classified by fruits, vegetables, grains, dietary fiber, protein, calcium and moderate fat intake. A standardized literacy assessment was administered to the children. (EurekAlert!)

    Get crackin'  Mar 20, 2008
    Per muffin: 290 calories, 10 g fat, 55 mg cholesterol, 320 mg sodium, 44 mg carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber, 6 g protein. (From landolakes. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Carrot corn cakes can be made ahead  Mar 19, 2008
    NUTRITION Per muffin (using low-fat milk): 304 calories, 5 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates, 23 g fat, 4 g saturated fat, 46 mg cholesterol, 414 mg sodium, 1 g dietary fiber The Washington Post. Untitled Document. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Need to eat more veggies? Try adding mushrooms and tomatoes  Mar 18, 2008
    In addition to dietary fiber, tomatoes are excellent sources of vitamins A and C two potent anti-oxidant nutrients that help your body fight disease. Instead of green salad, try slicing tomatoes, topped with fresh basil and drizzled with olive oil, or make your own salsa or pico de gallo using canned tomatoes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)

    Tea and veggie diet may cut cancer risk  Mar 15, 2008
    The report emphasizes that protection could come from any of several families of phytochemicals, as well as dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals. Keep eating those veggiesResearchers note that determining the relative importance of one individual constituent in a food is difficult. (MSNBC -- Health)

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