A High Fiber Diet Is Important To Maintain Colon Health
A high fiber diet is important for colon health. It is recommended men and women consume the following amounts of fiber each day.
|
19-50 Years Old |
Over 50 Years Old |
Men |
38 grams fiber/day |
30 grams fiber/day |
Women |
25 grams fiber/day |
21 grams fiber/day |
For information on which foods are high in fiber content, please visit http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/patientinstructions/000193.htm.