In an attempt to find a list of fiber-rich food sources that include a breakdown of soluble and insoluble content, I found some information from the Linus Pauling Institute (a research center at Oregon State University) about the classification of different types of fiber and the importance of fiber in the diet.
Although this information was not compiled for people with IBS, there is a blurb about using fiber to treat IBS. There's a listing of the various types of fiber (inulin, guar gum, psyllium, etc) and an explanation of whether they occur naturally in plant foods or whether they are isolated or synthetic fibers added to foods/supplements. The information also covers the meaning of "functional" and "dietary fiber," which together make up "total fiber" (this is the classification system the Institute of Medicine developed). Other classification systems are covered as well, such as "soluble and insoluble," "viscous and nonviscous," "fermentable and nonfermentable." A list of naturally occur fiber sources is listed, unfortunately it only provides a list of "total fiber" and does not break it down into soluble or insoluble.
I think this would be helpful for anyone wanting to know more about fiber and how it can be beneficial to one's overall health in addition to easing your symptoms of IBS. Although the information isn't as detailed as what Heather provides, it's a decent summary of fiber as a micronutrient and includes a good list of references, studies, and helpful links.
Here's the table of contents of the page:
Summary
Classifications
Biological Activities
Prevention
Cardiovascular Diseases
Type 2 Diabetes
Colorectal Cancer
Breast Cancer
Weight Control
Treatment
Diabetes
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Sources
Safety
Intake Recommendations
References
Glossary
And here's the link to the page:
Linus Pauling Institute Micronutrient Information Center: FIBER
Edited by Maria!Maria! (08/10/05 08:35 AM)
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