Comments on: Reading a food label 101

By: Steve

Steve — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 19:01:43 +0000

Thanks Kinsey, much appreciated!
I’m trying to get healthier with my diet and this website is wonderful for that!!!

By: Kinsey

Kinsey — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:33:41 +0000

Great question Steve. Dietary fiber is listed on the food label when that food is derived from plants (dietary fibers are the structural part of plants). On the food label it may be further broken down into two groups: soluble fiber and insoluble fiber.
Soluble fibers are those items that dissolve in water forming a thicken gel that’s easily digested. Think of oatmeal…with cooked oatmeal takes on this thick gel like consistency. This type of fiber helps protect against disease and cancer, so try to eat items providing a significant source of soluble fiber!
Insoluble fiber, on the other hand, does not dissolve in water therefore it does not form a gel. However, this type of fiber helps your body by promoting healthy bowel function making you go to the bathroom more regularly.

So, in short…fiber works wonders in your body! I hope that helps Steve!

By: Kinsey

Kinsey — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:09:37 +0000

Thank you Noaa and Ann! I really appreciate your kind words.

By: Steve

Steve — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:14:57 +0000

What’s the difference between all the different kinds of fiber on a nutrition label?

By: Ann

Ann — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 03:55:51 +0000

I agree with Noaa, Kinseys ideas simplify eating and shopping the correct way!

By: Noaa Buja

Noaa Buja — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:16:15 +0000

I love your new posts Kinsey. Can’t wait for your next postings!!! you are a great addition to this site