In the eighties, the importance of fiber garnered a lot of public attention in Utah. Bran appeared in cereals, muffins, and cookies, and whole wheat bread sales skyrocketed. You don’t hear much about fiber these days, but wise Draper parents still serve high-fiber meals and snacks daily.
We all know that fiber is important for healthy bowel function, but this is not its only benefit. Salt Lake City people who eat a high-fiber diet keep their cholesterol numbers in check. Numerous studies have shown a relationship between fiber intake and LDL levels.
Draper children fed diets rich in fiber are more likely to maintain a healthy weight. Fiber-filled meals have lower calorie-volume ratios. Fiber is also important for blood sugar, as it can slow the rate of blood sugar absorption.
Do your Salt Lake City children get enough fiber? School lunches rarely feature whole wheat breads and most kid-friendly snacks have too little fiber and too many empty calories.
Though it takes a little extra effort to locate fiber rich foods in many Salt Lake City grocery stores, everyone in the family will benefit from increasing their fiber intake.
Xocai has several high fiber products that kids love. The Xocai X Protein Meal Shake has 8 grams of fiber per serving. Xocai Activ provides 28% of the daily recommended value for dietary fiber. Xocai healthy snacks and beverages are a great way to help your kids stay healthy.
Children’s Health Advocate Melanie Green
(801) 272-5355 Draper
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