Did you know that the recommended dietary intake for adults is 25 grams of fibre per day?
However, most of us consume only about 14 to 15 grams per day. Doctors and nutrition specialists recommend that people of all ages should consume more dietary fibre. Research suggests that fibre helps prevent cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obesity and other diseases. Dietary fibre is also important for normal gastrointestinal function. This role is well defined in the large intestine, where dietary fibre provides bulk and substrates for microbial activity. The faster food and digestive by-products pass through the gastrointestinal tract, the less time there is for potential cancer-causing agents to do their damage. Fibre is also thought to dilute potential carcinogens, thus lessening their impact. It also helps to alter the metabolism of certain bacteria in the digestive tract, thereby promoting a healthy digestion. Clark Beans provide between 12g and 14g of dietary fibre per 250mL. So, just one serving meets 52% to 56% of the daily requirement in fibre.
