BEST DIETARY FIBER SOURCES: VEGETABLES

Vegetables, are probably our most important nutritious and vital foods, especially the fresh-picked variety.

Fresh vegetables have life force as most are very high in water and necessary vitamins and minerals and low in fat and protein.

Most vegetables are also predominantly carbohydrate, with important fiber bulk.

Although most produce is high in fiber and low in fat and calories, not all veggies are created equally.

Reach for the dark green leafy carotenoid and cruciferous varieties – spinach, kale, swiss chard and romaine lettuce, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, cauliflower and cabbage. Other particularly healthy choices are tomatoes, carrots, sweet potatoes, beans, garlic and onions.