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Wednesday, February 01, 2006

High-Fiber Diet's Side Effects

A high-fiber eating plan is important to your health, but fiber can have side effects, including intestinal bloating and gas. These often result not only from what you eat, but how quickly you eat.

If you are adding higher-fiber foods to your diet, incorporate them slowly to allow your body time to adjust to the increase. Chew more slowly to break down the fiber compounds, making digestion easier.

Foods that can cause gas and bloating include:

* Fructose in fruit, honey and soft drinks

* Sugar alcohols found in sugar-free gums and mints

* Foods in the cabbage family

The good news is you don't have to avoid these foods. Making a few adjustments to your diet and the way you eat should help.
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