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Dietary Fiber
Fiber deficiency is a chronic problem in North America and it has been said that up to 35% of all cancers are associated with the typical low fibre/high fat North American diet. Most people are only getting 10-15 grams of dietary fiber per day and require more like 25-35 grams. Achieving a balance of protein, essential fats and fibre intake is key to achieving overall heart health, blood sugar and weight control, as well as improving bowel health by giving the body the tools to cleanse naturally.
Hemp Seed & Flax Seed: Ideal Sources for Natural Dietary Fiber
Both hemp seed and flax seed powders are ideal for those subscribing to the high protein and low carb regime. Both products are a remarkable 42% fiber, which equals the carbohydrate content, making them both zero net carbs. The big difference between the products is the fibre structure. Hemp seed powder is 92% insoluble fibre to 8% soluble. Flax seed powder is 60% soluble fibre to 40% insoluble. The highly soluble fibre found in flax seed powder delivers a prebiotic mucilaginous fibre, which creates a wonderful texture in beverages when stirred or shaken. Both hemp seed and flax seed products deliver 50% of your daily fibre intake per serving.
Insoluble Fiber
Insoluble fiber helps to move bulk through the intestines, increase transit time of the stool in the colon, increase stool size and helps to balance the pH in the intestines. It promotes regular bowel movement, prevents constipation, helps to remove toxic waste through the colon in less time, and keeps an optimal pH in intestines to prevent microbes from producing cancer substances, thus helping to prevent colon cancer. Sources of insoluble fiber are fruit skins and root vegetable skins, corn bran, wheat oat, whole-wheat products, flax seed and hemp seed. Hemp seed powder is very high in insoluble fiber and because of this it has a “deep cleansing” effect. It is great for those who have been chronically deficient in fiber and who are in dire need of a "cleansing".
Soluble Fiber
Soluble fiber binds with fatty acids and thickens naturally which slows stomach emptying time so that sugar is released and absorbed slowly in the system. This can help to lower total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, which can reduce the risk of heart disease, as well as helping to regulate blood sugar for those with diabetes. The natural “thickening” that occurs with the flax powder also creates a feeling of satiety, keeping you fuller, longer. Achieving a balance of fiber after cleansing is important. (Source: Martine Carlina, http://www.mumsoriginal.com)
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FiberWorks by Ascenta - 280g
FiberWorks is an innovative formulation using all natural, clinically proven ingredients to offer the most complete fiber supplement available. Formulated using multiple types of fiber to achieve full spectrum health benefits, it features such ingredients as immune enhancing larch arabinogalactans and beneficial bacteria boosting FOS (prebiotic.) |
$21.95 |
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Flax Probiotic by Mum's Original - 454g/16oz - (G.S.T. Exempt)
This is Flax Pro with the addition of a proprietary multi-strain probiotic designed for upper and lower intestinal support. This pre/probiotic (synbiotic) formula together with rare plant lignans make this a terrific whole food for the human body. (200mg lignans per serving) |
$37.35 |
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Disclaimer
These statements have not yet been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information presented on this website is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your physician or other qualified health-care provider prior to starting any new treatment, or if you have any questions regarding a medical condition.
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