An Apple A Day

We’ve all heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” and a new study is proving this study to be true. According to the study, foods high in soluble fiber (including apples, oats and nuts) reduce inflammation associated with obesity-related diseases and strengthens the immune system.

“Soluble fiber causes increased production of an anti-inflammatory protein called interleukin-4.

In the experiment, laboratory mice consumed diets that were identical except that they contained either soluble or insoluble fiber. After six weeks on the diet, the animals had distinctly different responses when the scientists induced illness by introducing a substance (lipopolysaccharide) that causes the body to mimic a bacterial infection.

Two hours after lipopolysaccharide injection, the mice fed soluble fiber were only half as sick as the other group, and they recovered 50 percent sooner.” www.mercola.com

Be sure to get enough soluble fiber into your diet every day. If you’re having difficulty getting the recommended amount of soluble fiber, Standard Process has a product called Whole Food Fiber that will help you get enough soluble fiber every day. If you have any questions about Whole Food Fiber, please call our office or visit Standard Process online at www.standardprocess.com