Dieticians and physicians agree that a high fiber diet is the best diet not only for a healthy weight but also for a healthy heart and over all health and general well being. According to the Surgeon General, the American Dietetic Association and the National Cancer Institute, fiber should become an essential part of your daily diet, and adults should consume 20-35 grams of fiber everyday for optimal health. For children the standard rule of ‘age plus five’ applies, for example a child of six should take eleven grams of fiber everyday.
