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Why Beta-Glucan Is The Best Soluble Fiber For Lowering Cholesterol Naturally

Nearly a quarter of Canadians over the age of 40 are living with unhealthy levels of LDL cholesterol. This increases their risk of developing heart disease, one of the leading causes of death in Canada, and boosts the chances of...

How does Fiber Help Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) is surprisingly more common than you might think. Here are some quick facts about IBS to get you up to speed on what exactly it is: 13-20% of Canadians (which is about 5-7 million people) live with IBS. Only...

Soluble and Insoluble Fibres

Dietary fiber comes from the parts of plants that our bodies digest. There are two main types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Both of these fibers have their own benefits and are important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Cerabeta vs. Metamucil - Which One Is Better for Me?

Unfortunately, even though fiber-rich products are common, only 3 in 100 Canadians consume enough fiber. To close the gap, fiber supplements are becoming more popular, but the wide choice of products might make shopping a bit overwhelming. So, in this article, we’ll compare two popular fiber supplement brands - NutraStat and Metamucil.

Getting started on a FODMAP diet

IBS has no well-defined treatment, but it is well known that a low FODMAP diet can have a significant effect. According to researchers, about 75% of people with IBS benefit from a low FODMAP diet. Learn more!