| Aequus Fiber-Rich is 100% natural fiber
that you can mix into almost anything. The natural fiber is a taste
free, grit free, never thickening low viscosity soluble fiber that will
generally enhance well being due to “healthier intestinal flora”,
improved digestion and intestinal comfort†. With a simple and minimal
dosage per day, Aequus Fiber-Rich ensures an effective, easy and safe
way to keep your intestinal and overall well being at its most optimal
level. Aequus Fiber-Rich Powder can be added into anything, not just
water, and will not alter the taste or texture of your foods or
beverages. Without that gritty taste, Aequus Fiber-Rich Powder is an
effortless method to keeping you happy and healthy! |
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- All-natural fiber powder
- Sugar Free
- Non-thickening/Grit-free powder
- Flavor free
- Easy to cook with or to mix into almost any beverage
- Dissolves completely into beverages & soft foods
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| Store in a cool place. Keep bottle
tightly closed. Protect from freezing. Sealed for freshness
and your protection. |
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Recommended dose (adults and children over the age of 12): 1 Teaspoon
(3.2g), 1 to 3 times daily not to exceed 4 teaspoons per day. Ages 6 to 11
years old: ½ Teaspoon (1.6g) up to 3 times daily not to exceed 2
teaspoons per day. Under 6 years old: consult a physician. |
FIBER and YOUR BODY
The Gastrointestinal System
Soluble fiber is important for the health of the digestive
system. In one study,
148 elderly patients with acute disease were given fiber-rich
formulas or fiber-free formulas. The study found that fiber was
effective in reducing the rate of diarrhea.
In another study, 36 patients undergoing elective colonic
resection were given either water or maltodextrin. The group
given maltodextrin had a significantly reduced postoperative
hospital stay and a trend towards earlier return of gut
function.
Insulin Sensitivity
Dietary fiber reduces the glycemic index of foods, thereby
enhancing insulin sensitivity. Dietary fiber also improves
glucose tolerance and decreases the digestion of starch. Fiber's
ability to delay the absorption of carbohydrates after a meal
decreases the insulinemic response to dietary carbohydrates. A
study of maltodextrin found that it delayed the absorption of
glucose and attenuated the postprandial rise in blood glucose
levels.
Cardiovascular Health
Fiber's effects on insulin benefit the cardiovascular system,
since insulin is thought to play a role in blood pressure
regulation, blood clotting and atherosclerosis formation.
Several studies have found beneficial effects of dietary fiber
on the cardiovascular system. Several clinical trials have found
that dietary fibers lower cholesterol levels and low-density
lipoprotein. In animal studies, maltodextrin was found to
dose-dependently suppress the elevation of blood triacylglycerol,
cholesterol and insulin levels after a meal. One analysis found
that soluble fiber has a favorable effect on blood lipids, in
which each gram increase of dietary fiber, the concentration of
low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in the blood is lowered by
about 0.052 mmol/L.
Besides increased insulin sensitivity, these effects are partly
due to the short chain fatty acids produced by fiber
fermentation. These fermentation products help regulate
cholesterol metabolism by inhibiting fatty acid synthesis in the
liver. There is also some evidence that soluble fibers bind bile
acids or cholesterol during the formation of micelles, leading
to lower levels of cholesterol in the liver and an up-regulation
of LDL receptors, thereby increasing the clearance of LDL
cholesterol. Other mechanisms that have been suggested include
changes in intestinal motility, increased excretion of sterols,
altered fat absorption, and increased satiety leading to lower
overall energy intake.
Population studies have found that a lower intake of fiber is
associated with higher blood pressure. In patients with
hypertension, fiber consumption resulted in a net reduction in
systolic blood pressure, independently of age, gender or other
factors. Another study found that fiber supplementation changed
systolic blood pressure by -1.13mm Hg and diastolic blood
pressure by -1.26 mm Hg. Soluble fiber has also been found to
improve mineral absorption in the gastrointestinal system, which
may indirectly improve blood pressure. Reductions in blood
pressure tend to be greater in older and populations who have
high blood pressure. These trials also found that reduction in
blood pressure tend to be greater with purified fiber
supplements than with fiber-rich foods.
Prospective studies have suggested that soluble fiber intake is
inversely associated with the risk of coronary heart disease. In
the NHANES Epidimiologic Follow-up Study, 9776 adults were
assessed, and it was found that the risk of CHD was greatest in
the lowest quartile of dietary fiber intake. Participants who
consumed more than 15.9 g of total dietary fiber per 1735 kcal
had a 12% lower risk of CHD and an 11% lower risk of CVD
compared with individuals who consumed less than 7.7 g. Other
studies have suggested inverse associations between dietary
fiber and CVD risk factors such as blood pressure, waist-hip
ratio, fasting insulin level, triglyceride levels and fibrinogen
levels.
Fiber and Weight Loss
Many studies have found that increased fiber intake is
associated with an increase in postmeal satiety and a decrease
in subsequent hunger. The consumption of an additional 14g/day
of fiber for more than 2 days has been associated with a 10%
decrease in energy intake, and an increased body weight loss.
These studies suggest that increased dietary fiber intake in
individuals who are not consuming enough fiber may help to
decrease the prevalence of obesity.
On the other hand, maltodextrin was found to help with lean
tissue accretion in athletes who were taking part in resistance
training. |
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