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.
Beans are among the best sources of soluble and insoluble fiber. One cup of traditional refried beans has 12 grams of dietary fiber, which is at least 30 percent of the recommended daily value. Insoluble fiber maintains digestive health and lowers your risk of diverticular disease.