The Last Residue: A Comprehensive Review of Dietary and Functional Fibers

We all know fiber is essential for good health, but what are the mechanisms? What happens to the gut when there is no fiber? How well do you understand the more confusing aspects such as the solubility, viscosity and fermentability of fiber? This presentation addresses these hot topics and reviews the history of fiber while taking a deeper look at the differences between and benefit of different types of fibers that are found in common formulas and supplements.

CPEU LEVEL: 1 & 2 | CPEU HOURS APPROVED: 1.0

This course has been approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) for 1.0 CPEU hours for Registered Dietitians.