Tag Archives: Fibre

Fruits and Vegetables: Basic Nutrition

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Robert Barrington

vidence supports the theory that fruit and vegetable consumption is beneficial to health. In particular, plant foods may protect against chronic Western lifestyle diseases. The current recommendation is to consume around five portions of fruits or vegetables per day in … Continue reading →

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Fibre Type: Glycaemic Index Determinant

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Robert Barrington

ntakes of whole grain foods and legumes have been shown to improve glycaemic response in humans. This provides protection against diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity and cardiovascular disease. One reason for this benefit might be the micronutrients contained within the original … Continue reading →

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