How much do you really know about fiber?
Rick Davis, Senior P.A.
1. On average, how much fiber should Americans be eating on a daily basis?
a. 5-15 grams
b. 16-25 grams
c. 26-35 grams
d. 35-50 grams
2. Which of the following health benefits cannot be linked to a high-fiber diet?
a. Helps prevent heart disease
b. Helps improve vision
c. Helps lower blood cholesterol
d. Helps manage diabetes
e. Helps manage weight
3. Which of the following foods DOES NOT contain a significant amount of fiber?
| a. | Raspberries |
| b. | Steak |
| c. | Whole grain breads |
| d. | Bananas |
| e. | Nuts |
| f. | Broccoli |
| g. | They all contain a significant amount of fiber |
| h. | None of the above |
4. How many medium-sized apples would you need to eat to get the recommended amount of fiber you need in one day?
a. 2
b. 4
c. 6
d. 10
e. None of the above
5. What age groups do you think would benefit from the health benefits of daily fiber intake?
a. 12-25
b. 26-40
c. 41-60
d. 61-80
e. All of the above
Answer Key:
1. c
2. b
3. b
4. d
5. e
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