Nutrition basics
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Fiber: Soluble or insoluble?
You need both types of fiber in your diet. Soluble, which dissolves in water, can help lower cholesterol and glucose levels. Good sources of soluble fiber include oats, beans, apples, citrus fruits, carrots and barley. Insoluble fiber, which doesn't dissolve in water, promotes the movement of material through your digestive system and can help with constipation or irregular stools. Good sources of insoluble fiber include whole-wheat flour, wheat bran, nuts and many vegetables.
Female fertility: Why lifestyle choices count
Know what you can do to protect being able to get pregnant.
Fasting diet: Can it improve my heart health?
Periodically following a fasting diet may have heart-health benefits. Find out more.
Fast food: Tips for choosing healthier options
Get tips on how fast food can fit into your healthy diet.
Fall safety for kids: How to prevent falls
Fall safety for kids — Prevent falls by taking these simple precautions.
Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls
Stay safe and maintain your independence with these simple fall prevention measures.
Eye injury: Tips to protect vision
An eye injury can happen in the yard, kitchen or even at the playground. Understand how to avoid injuries and when to seek medical help.
Exercising with osteoporosis: Stay active the safe way
Osteoporosis weakens your bones, but you can still exercise — in fact, you should.
Enterovirus D68 and parechovirus: How can I protect my child?
Enterovirus D68 and parechovirus infections can lead to serious illness among children. Know the symptoms and what you can do.
Eat more of these key nutrients
The typical American diet is low in fiber, vitamin D, calcium, iron and potassium. For this reason, they're listed on the Nutrition Facts label to encourage Americans to choose foods rich in these important nutrients.
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