Fiber, A Must! But What Is It? What Types Are There?

Q. What is FIBER?
It is the structural part of fruits, vegetables and grains that the digestive system cannot
breakdown or digest.

Let’s talk about the different types of fiber – Soluble Fiber and Insoluble Fiber

Both soluble and insoluble fiber are undigested. They are therefore not absorbed into the
bloodstream. Instead of being used for energy, fiber is excreted from our bodies. Soluble
fiber forms a gel when mixed with liquid, while insoluble fiber does not. Insoluble fiber
passes through our intestines largely intact. Read more

Exercise and Stress – Questions and Answers

Exercise and Stress
Q. Who has heard the phrase “it’s stress related” or “just reduce your
stress and you’ll be fine!”

Q. And how many of you truly believe that stress DOES play a big part in how we
feel on a daily basis along with our overall health?

Q. How about exercise? Is it really THAT important to our weight loss and overall
health or is it just over-rated? Read more