Low Fiber Intake Last updated: May 05, 2008

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Conditions that suggest Low Fiber Intake:
 
 
Circulation  Atherosclerosis
 In 573 adults, of whom nearly 1/2 were women, between the ages of 40 and 60, there was a significant inverse association seen between intima-media thickness progression of the common carotid arteries and the intake of water-soluble fiber (viscous fiber), which includes pectin, gums and mucilage. [Am J Clin Nutr. 2003;78: pp.1085-1091]
 
 

Risk factors for Low Fiber Intake:
 
 
Supplements and MedicationsCounter-indicators:
  (High) psyllium seed use

Symptoms - Food - Intake

  Low fruit/vegetable consumption
  (High) deep-fried food consumption
  (High) fast food consumption
  (High) dairy product consumption

Counter-indicators:
  Frequent soy consumption
  Refined white flour avoidance or refined white flour consumption
  Moderate/high fruit/vegetable consumption

Symptoms - Food - Preferences

Counter-indicators:
  Vegetarian/vegan/raw food diet
 
 

Low Fiber Intake can lead to:
 
 
Risks  Increased Risk of Colon Cancer
 Low fiber intakes have been strongly linked to an increased risk for developing colon cancer.
 
 

Recommendations for Low Fiber Intake:
 
 
Diet  Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption
  High/Increased Fiber Diet
  Vegetarian/Vegan Diet
  Dairy Products Avoidance
 Consider replacing a significant amount of the dairy products in your diet with high-fiber foods such as those made from fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans or grains.
 
 


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Strong or generally accepted link
Weakly counter-indicative
Strongly counter-indicative
May do some good
Highly recommended

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GLOSSARY

Cancer:  Refers to the various types of malignant neoplasms that contain cells growing out of control and invading adjacent tissues, which may metastasize to distant tissues.

Colon:  The part of the large intestine that extends to the rectum. The colon takes the contents of the small intestine, moving them to the rectum by contracting.

Mucilage:  Preparation consisting of a solution in water of the viscous principles of plants; used as a soothing application to mucous membranes.