This text provides comprehensive coverage of fibers used in food formulations, starting with the understanding of their basic chemical structure and how they are present and organized in the cell wall structure, their physicochemical and functional properties, their impact on the digestive process and their role and preventive action against various chronic diseases including colon cancer. The book focuses on traditional and new fiber rich sources, incorporating an integrated approach in terms of the technological and engineering processes used to obtain and incorporate them in traditional foods, plus their characterization, extraction and modification. The study of processing conditions including the chemical, physical and enzymatic processes of fiber extraction and modification are also covered, including traditional and emerging processing technologies, plus the application of fibers in the development of new products and processes. Science and Technology of Fibers in Food Systems integrates knowledge of fibers from their basic structural and property aspects and the applications of these ingredients to extraction process analysis, modification and feasibility for use at the industry level. The chapters incorporate the physiological aspects related to the consumption of fiber for prevention of serious diseases.

Consumers are increasingly seeking foods that are rich in dietary fibre and wholegrains, but are often unwilling to compromise on sensory quality. Fibre-rich and wholegrain food reviews key research and best industry practice in the development of fibre-enriched and wholegrain products that efficiently meet customer requirements. Part one introduces the key issues surrounding the analysis, definition, regulation and health claims associated with dietary fibre and wholegrain foods. The links between wholegrain foods and health, the range of fibre dietary ingredients and a comparison of their technical functionality are discussed, as are consumption and consumer challenges of wholegrain foods. Part two goes on to explore dietary fibre sources, including wheat and non-wheat cereal dietary fibre ingredients, vegetable, fruit and potato fibres. Improving the quality of fibre-rich and wholegrain foods, including such cereal products as wholegrain bread, muffins, pasta and noodles, is the focus of part three. Fibre in extruded products is also investigated before part four reviews quality improvement of fibre-enriched dairy products, meat products, seafood, beverages and snack foods. Companion animal nutrition as affected by dietary fibre inclusion is discussed, before the book concludes with a consideration of soluble and insoluble fibre in infant nutrition. With its distinguished editors and international team of expert contributors, Fibre-rich and wholegrain foods provides a comprehensive guide to the field for researchers working in both the food industry and academia, as well as all those involved in the development, production and use of fibre-enriched and wholegrain foods. Reviews key research and best industry practice in the development of fibre-enriched and wholegrain products Considers analysis, definition, regulation and health claims associated with dietary fibre and wholegrain foods Explores sources of dietary fibre including: wheat and non-wheat cereal, vegetable, fruit and potato fibres

Discover the healthy way to eat right and lose weight! Stop worrying about what to leave off your plate and add the all-important ingredient for any super-effective diet: fiber. Doctors and nutritionists agree that a low-fat, high-fiber diet will help you shed weight, prevent disease, and improve overall health quickly and easily. Building on these principles of healthy eating, this safe, proven, and easy-to-manage program fits any lifestyle and includes: More than 100 delicious high-fiber, low-fat recipes content listings for more than 5,000 favorite foods a handy plastic counter wheel to help you track your daily fat and fiber intake and figure out what you can eat freely and what you should cut back on or avoid. The 20/30 Fat & Fiber Diet Plan will dramatically improve how you look and, more importantly, how you feel--and get you started on a lifetime of healthy living.

2018 How to Use Fiber FoodsThere are many aspects to having a healthy body that allows you to experience life the way you want. In this short book, I want to share with you what I have found to be the best way to use fiber. It seems most people don't really think much about fiber and how to use it to extend their life. Fiber is needed by every cell in your body.Without eating high fiber foods, expect to develop various unwanted diseases. Illnesses that are difficult to recover from and conditions that are painful, which destroy the good life you want.Just like all other required nutrients, vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, fiber has its place in preventing sickness and producing a powerful life. Fiber provides the foundation for your existence.To start with, high fiber food strengthens your body just like it does in the plants it comes from. Fiber almost flows through your body untouched and activates the life force you should have. When you don't have enough fiber flowing in your body expect to visit your doctor more frequently. High Fiber DietYour disease, from the lack of a high fiber diet, all starts in your intestines and colon. I've heard over the many years that it's ok if you don't have a bowel movement for 2 or 3 days. Now, look at the number of people visiting doctors or hospitals. Doctors don't attribute illness due to infrequent bowel movements. But, those days are over, since a new generation of practitioners is on the scene that takes fiber seriously.Fiber and DiseaseCan fiber really reduce and prevent the suffering of so many people, who are stricken with serious diseases? The thousands of clinical studies and reports on fiber conclude that fiber can prevent and cure many diseases and body conditions. Its fiber and its structure that gives you life, just as it did in the plants it came from.The list of diseases dietary fiber can prevent and relieve is impressive. But, it seems that when you have one of these diseases, not much is said about fiber or your diet from your doctor. Many times, it's up to you to take control of your health and change your diet.Many people might think that a high fiber diet is only good for preventing and dealing with constipation, hemorrhoids, and varicose veins. The truth is this is only the beginning of where fiber food produces benefits. If you have high cholesterol, you need fiber to bring it down.If you are overweight, you need fiber.If you have a cardiovascular disease, you need fiber.If you have a heart condition, you need fiber.If you have a certain cancer, you needed fiber to prevent it.If you had any colon disease, then you needed fiber to help you.If you have erectile dysfunction, you need fiber.If you have high blood pressure, you need fiber.If you have diabetes, you need fiber.If you are pregnant, you need fiber to prevent constipation.I can go on and on, but you get the point. Plenty of fiber is needed in your diet if you want to have above average health.In my book, I bring you up-to-date on what you need to know about fiber; why to eat fiber, what fiber to eat, how much fiber to eat and when to eat it. I discuss how much fiber to eat to prevent and normalize constipation. I give you a list of fiber foods so that you can determine how much fiber you are getting in your diet.Click the buy button now and get started today creating a healthier body by eating the right kind and amount of fiber.

"By now, we've all heard -- and even tried -- the keto diet. But when cutting out carbs such as fruits and grains, it is easy to worry about digestive health -- and too few (or too many) trips to the bathroom. Dr. Thomas Kurscheid offers the perfect solution. Demonstrating how simple it can be to make delicious keto-friendly, high-fiber meals without sugary fruits and starchy carbohydrates, The Keto High Fiber Diet offers flavorful and healthy meals that you can make in no time."--Amazon.com