Exploring Fiber in Food and Supplements: A Virtual Grocery Store Tour

Exploring Fiber in Food and Supplements: A Virtual Grocery Store Tour

 

Speaker: Wendy Dahl, PhD, RD, FDC, University of Florida

Moderator: Beth Hartell, MS, Peartree Nutrition Communications,

LLC

Foods with added fiber have expanded in the marketplace

in response to consumer demand for more high fiber foods.

Many consumers see fiber as the answer, not only to gastroin

testinal

wellness, but also for cholesterol and glycemic control

in hopes of mitigating their chronic diseases. Nutrition educators,

however, may struggle with what to recommend regard

ing

foods with added fiber. Do foods with added fiber provide

the same health benefits as dietary fiber in whole grains,

fruits, vegetables, nuts and beans? This session explores the

many fibers added to common foods through a highly interac

tive

virtual grocery store tour.