Fiber is a nutrient that has been linked to prevention of many health concerns such as constipation, hemorrhoids, diabetes, obesity and others. Dietary fiber is defined as non-digestible carbohydrates that are found in plants. This includes cellulose, pectin, and other found in wheat and oats. There are two types of fiber - soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber is fiber that can be dissolved in water and forms a gel-like substance. This type of fiber slows the transit time of food through the gut.
Insoluble fiber is that which cannot be dissolved in water and increases transit time of food through the gut. Insoluble fiber is the type that is most often recommended for a healthy diet.
Fiber is important for the prevention or maintenance of certain health concerns. A high-fiber diet is very important for those with diabetes. Since fiber slows digestion, it not only keeps you fuller longer, but it slows the rate at which glucose is absorbed through the gut which in turn, prevents high insulin spikes - the very goal of diabetes management. Consumption of adequate fiber is shown to decrease the need of insulin shots in those with type II diabetes. A diet high in fiber for those not diagnosed with type II diabetes greatly reduces the risk of developing this disease later in life.
It has been shown that soluble fiber can reduce the absorption of cholesterol which is beneficial for those suffering from heart disease. It seems to bind cholesterol to bile which is then excreted through the stools. Those consuming a diet high in fiber have a reduced risk for coronary disease.
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