No, all fiber is not alike.

If you’re like most people, you likely think that bran is the best type of fiber to eat. But hold on a minute: Bran, which is wheat fiber, is mostly insoluble and thus doesn’t get digested. You can think of it as more of a scouring pad for your intestines — good for getting you…

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Soluble fiber: the miracle non-drug.

We’ve told you that eating fiber-rich foods can actually help lower cholesterol, but we haven’t told you why. Can you believe that scientists are still trying to determine that answer? What is clear is that the cholesterol-controlling benefits of these foods are due to soluble fiber, which is found in the flesh of fruits like…

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Eat Right, Feel Right

We love using fiber-rich Cholesterade® to fight bad cholesterol, and it works even better when paired with healthy eating. That’s why we’re sharing delicious, tried-and-true recipes like this one! Creamy Fettuccine with Brussels Sprouts & Mushrooms Sliced Brussels sprouts and pre-sliced mushrooms cook quickly and cling to the pasta in this version of pasta primavera.…

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