What experts recommend

International organizations such as the American Dietetic Association and the British Nutrition Foundation recommend a healthy diet for preventing and treating a number of illnesses, such as excess body weight, coronary conditions and Type 2 diabetes. According to international experts, fiber plays a critical role in a healthy diet and in promoting good health.

How much fiber is the right amount?

According to the American Heart Association, the average American takes in 15 grams of fiber. Several organizations recommend 25 - 30 grams a day. The American Dietetic association recommends 25 - 35 grams a day. The German Nutrition Association goes even further:

"People with Type 2 diabetes should be encouraged to eat natural food products that are high in fiber. Fiber intake should ideally be more than 40 grams per day, i.e. 20 grams per 1,000 calories per day; half of this should be soluble fiber. Even small amounts can have a positive effect and are easier to integrate into the daily diet."

How can SolaGrain help achieve these goals?

The nutrition guidelines released by national and international health organizations state how important a healthy, high-fiber diet is for preventing diabetes and excess weight. These recommendations also apply to people who already have diabetes.

However, it can be very difficult to meet your daily fiber requirements on a regular basis. Not everyone likes whole-grain products and some people simply have trouble making room in their diet for 600 grams of fruit or vegetables, the average amount that would be necessary to provide enough fiber.

By using SolaGrain, food producers can increase the fiber content in their products, providing consumers with food that tastes good, in addition to being healthy. That means SolaGrain can turn conventional products into the food that today's health-conscious consumers prefer.