Grandma Called it Roughage
Fiber Facts and Fallacies
Published on 1. January 1991
Book
Hardback
176 pages
978-0-8412-1749-2 (ISBN)
Description
Written specifically for non-scientists, this book is must-reading for anyone concerned about health and nutrition. With scientific facts to support the statements made about the known health benefits of fibre, Dr. Ory offers an interesting, sometimes humorous, approach that will appeal to the general reader. Although not intended to be the final word on dietary fibre (research goes on continually), the book is intended to quell rumours about fibre's benefits and
limitations. Includes several recipes for simple, tasty dishes that contain both soluble and insoluble types of fibre.
limitations. Includes several recipes for simple, tasty dishes that contain both soluble and insoluble types of fibre.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Washington
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 236 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
456 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8412-1749-2 (9780841217492)
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Content
Fibermania and How It Began ; What Is Fiber and Where Do We Find It? ; Fiber and Metabolism vs. Fat and Cholesterol ; Can Fiber Fight Fat? ; Fiber and the Big "C"-Constipation ; Can Fiber Cure Cancer, Diabetes, and Other Serious Diseases? ; Fiber and Mineral Nutrition ; Is Fiber an Essential Nutrient? ; Breakfast Cereals: The "Battle of the Brans" ; Fiber in Fruits and Vegetables ; Can Fiber Be Good for You and Still Taste Good?