Simple carbohydrates give us an initial lift or boost of energy, but leave the body hungry for fuel at a faster rate than complex carbohydrates. They also contain few essential vitamins and minerals. When we consume simple carbs (such as a pastry, doughnut, bagel, etc.) for breakfast, insulin levels spike in order to counteract the quick release of sugar from the bloodstream. As the body attempts to regulate blood sugar, insulin levels drop, creating a roller coaster effect of sugar cravings and consumption that laststhroughout the day.

Here are nine important facts about fiber that will help you to fuel your health.
1. Fiber is a natural fighter of diseases. Diet that is rich in fiber helps in the prevention of colon
cancer and diseases of the heart. Fiber also helps in the elimination of cholesterol by the action
of binding it to the digestive tract. Fiber also helps in stopping constipation.
2. Fiber also helps in cooling of the body when it is over-heated. High fiber foods usually take
longer to chew, thereby longer to digest and hence make you feel …