.. then load up on Fiber.. Specific types of fiber in oats, beans, and certain fruits can also help lower the level of cholesterol in your blood. Fiber also causes your intestines move faster, which helps send a signal to your body that you are full. To add more fiber to your diet, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables as well as half a cup of beans each day. Whole grains will also increase your fiber intake. And go easy on White Stuff to minimize the negative effects of carbs, try to eat fewer “white” foods that are refined and processed, like white bread and white rice. Another important thing to cut back on is sugar, which is more rampant than ever in the average American’s diet. Avoid “added sugars,” which come in the form of sweeteners and artificial syrups and are often present in sweetened beverages. Be wary of products labeled “low-fat” or “nonfat,” because these tend to have added sugar as substitute for fat.
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