You know you’re supposed to eat lots of fiber — but why? And how can you add more of it to your daily diet?

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Fiber has been getting a lot of attention in the news lately. What exactly is dietary fiber, and why is it important to my overall health? As food moves through the digestive tract, ...

Most people think of fiber as something that simply keeps you regular, but its benefits extend far beyond digestion. This often-overlooked nutrient plays a surprisingly powerful role in overall health ...

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - This segment on The Three was paid for and sponsored by St. Joseph Health. March is National Nutrition Month, and St. Joseph Health wants us to be sure we are putting the right ...

If potatoes are on the menu for dinner, you may want to put the peeler down. Potato skins are rich in fiber and a fiber-rich ...

There are numerous reasons to include more fiber-rich foods in your daily diet, chief among them the fact that most people ...

"Eat more fiber" might be a common recommendation from your doctor or healthcare provider. But getting the recommended amount can actually be a simple task, according to Robin DeCicco, a New ...

Protein has been having a moment, to say the least. It seems we’re all waking up to the importance of getting enough protein in our diets, whether you’re looking to get stronger, improve bone density, ...

When it comes to heart health, most of us are focused on what we shouldn’t eat. However, keeping your heart healthy isn’t just about avoiding saturated fat and sodium. There are certain nutrients that ...

Protein is everywhere right now. I don’t think there’s any food (or drink) product left untouched by the possibility of adding some form of protein. While I do have my reservations about the extent of ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Fiber has been getting a lot of attention in the news lately. What exactly is dietary fiber, and why is it important to my overall health? ANSWER: Dietary fiber refers to the parts ...