Two African cities are among the Top 10 most expensive cities: Luanda, capital of Angola, is No. 2 this year, after topping the list a year ago, and NâDjamena, Chad, is No. 8.
The gel binds with cholesterol and bile acids in the small intestine and eliminates them from the body. Common foods that are known to have soluble fiber in them are oat bran, seeds, nuts, beans, peas, and various fruits and other vegetables. Some types of soluble fiber can help lower LDL (bad) blood cholesterol as well.
Insoluble Fiber. Kidney beans contain more insoluble fiber than other common bean varieties, providing 5.9 grams of insoluble fiber in every cooked 1/2-cup serving. Lentils and pinto beans are also rich sources of insoluble fiber, with lentils providing 4.6 grams in each 1/2-cup and pintos supplying 4.7 grams.