Thu, Sep-19-02, 11:36
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Mad Scientist
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Plan: Healthy eating/lifestyle
Stats: 156/115/115
BF:
Progress: 100%
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All Fiber is not the same?
I copied the following FAQ from the Atkins site:
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wifefor30yrs: Is it okay to subtract the fiber count from the carbohydrate count of an item, and is this both soluble and insoluble fiber?
Dr. Atkins: There is no way to be certain, from a label, which fiber is digestible or non-digestible. A rough estimate, however, is that 50% of the fiber grams may be deducted from the total carbohydrate count. With Atkins products, we've netted out the non-digestible (insoluble) fiber, which doesn't have an impact on blood sugar or insulin. You'll see it called "Net Atkins Carbs" on our packaging.
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This is the first I've heard that all fiber is not the same. Most sites I've read state that all fiber is not digested. Others say contrary. I've read Atkins, and both books by the Eades and don't remember reading anything about this soluble/insoluble fiber distinction.
This ECC thing is turning into a nightmare. Is it already substrated or isn't it... are there hidden carbs.... is it soluble or insoluble fiber.....
Anyone have a link that sets all the ECC rules out in easy, clear, concise English?
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