During a speech at Northwestern University on Oct. 2, 2014, President Barack Obama offered a rosy -- if cautious -- view on the state of the economy. One of the statistics he touted was this one: When I took office, the deficit was nearly 10 percent of our economy. Today, it's approaching 3 percent..
Fiber Supplements. Fiber is vital to health. It helps digestion, prevents constipation, and may also lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes are good sources of dietary fiber. But many adults fall short of getting the recommended amounts per dayâ38 grams for men and 25 grams for women. That's where fiber supplements come in.
Other fruits and vegetables are also good sources of dietary fiber that promote bowel regularity. These foods contain a high percentage of water as well to help ease constipation. Blackberries and raspberries are very high in fiber, providing roughly 8 grams of fiber per cup.ietary fiber, an indigestible component of plant foods, helps relieve constipation in a variety of ways. One form of fiber, called soluble fiber, absorbs water and swells into a sort of gel in your digestive tract, helping to soften stools and make them easier to pass.