Focus on Fiber

Fiber Facts

100

There are two main types of fiber: soluble and...

Insoluble 

200

A food with 3 grams of fiber per serving is considered a ______ source.

Good 

300

Soluble fiber dissolves into a ____

Gel

400

Older adult women need this amount of fiber daily 

21 grams 

Fiber Health Benefits

100

Fiber helps remove this type of cholesterol from the blood 

What is LDL or bad cholesterol?

200

Fiber slows the digestion of carbohydrates which is helpful for this specific condition 

What is diabetes?

300

Eating more fiber is linked to a lower risk of this type of cancer.

Colon 

400

Insoluble fiber adds____ to the stool, helping it form. 

Bulk

True/False

100

Americans generally consume enough fiber in their diet. 

False 

200

Protein is a good source of fiber.

False.

300

Fiber needs adequate water to do its job well. 

True 

400

Most foods only contain insoluble fiber 

False