A new study found in the British Medical Journal has shown that eating fibre and whole grains can drastically reduce the risk of developing bowel cancer. Researchers have found that for every 10g a day of fibre intake, there is a 10% decrease in the risk of developing bowel cancer. Adding an additional 90g a day or three servings of whole grains has also led to a 20% reduction in the risk of developing bowel cancer.

Here is a list of foods high in fibre:

-Cereals

-Oatmeal

-Whole wheat pancakes and waffles

-Whole wheat toast

-Granola bars

-Rye bread

-Bran muffins

-Whole wheat crackers

-Whole wheat pasta

-Brown rice

-Nuts

-Popcorn

-Various Vegetables: Beets, Beans, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Carrots, Cauliflowers, Eggplants, Mushrooms, Peas, Peppers, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Squash, Tomatoes

-Several Fruits: Apricots, Apple, Bananas, Blueberries, Cherries, Dates, Kiwi, Grapefruit, Mangoes, Peaches, Pears, Plums, Strawberries

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Our bodies attempt to convert all the things that we eat into fuel and some foods deliver better energy than others. Our metabolism is what burns the fat that we eat. Different foods burn fat differently, some are better at burning fat than others. These power foods will boost your metabolism, increase your energy levels, and help to burn fat.

-Hot peppers: Capsaicin is a chemical found in jalapenos and cayenne peppers, this chemical increases heart rates and improves metabolism.

-Good fats: Avocados and olive oil are excellent sources of healthy monounsaturated fats.

- Low-fat dairy products: Calcium triggers metabolism. Yogurt and skim milk are full of complex carbohydrates, which boosts metabolism, this in turn keeps insulin levels low after a meal. High insulin levels indicate the body to keep holding onto the fat in your body.

-Berries: Blueberries have the most antioxidants. Berries are also a great source of fiber.

-Green vegetables: Green vegetables are great because they are low in calories and high fiber. Asparagus is one of the best vegetables to eat because it flushes out the body’s system and reduces water retention.

-Grapefruit: They are full of pectin which helps to break down body fat.

-Tea: Tea helps to burn calories. Green tea is the best tea to drink because it has EGCG which is a chemical that causes the brain and nervous system to run more quickly which helps to burn more calories. Black teas and white teas are also healthy for you but be sure to avoid processed bottled teas.

-Whole grains: They are a great source of fiber as well as complex carbohydrates.

-Nuts: Nuts contain fiber, protein, and healthy fats that help keep you full. Peanut butter is also good for you because it’s filled with Niacin which helps to prevent bloating.

-Coffee: Coffee with caffeine increases heart rates and assists in burning more calories. Although good for you, the coffee you drink should have low fat milk and have very little sweeteners.

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Nutribar provides a complete line of delicious meal bars, powdered shakes as well as snack bars that are backed by decades of research and development by our team of nutritionists and product developers. You can choose anything, from high fibre deliciousness like Blueberry Delight, to whole grain Cinnamon Bun.

These formats offer you the greatest flexibility on the busiest of days. And you won’t feel hungry either because Nutribar products have been clinically tested to satisfy your hunger for hours.

Let us know in the comments below how you’ve incorporated Nutribar into your routine.

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Many of us are faced with a burning dilemma when we get out of bed in the morning: what to have for breakfast? (Ha. You thought it was going to be ‘what to wear’, didn’t you?)

Nope, for most Canadians, it’s all about the food. Some of us are pressed for time, so something like toast or a whole-grain bagel isn’t in the cards for us. Others may feel a bit of guilt: they may want that big muffin from a fast food place, but their waistlines don’t want it.

What’s a girl on the go supposed to do? Relax, that’s what. It’s always possible to balance taste and nutrition. Even if you don’t opt for one of Nutribar’s delicious powders, meal replacement bars or snack bars, there’s still a ton of options for you. Blend some fruit the night before, and whip up a delicious smoothie you can throw into a travel mug in your rush to get out the door.  

You can also trade those high-calorie sweet cereals for something wholegrain. If you’re one of those early bird folks, swap your usual bacon for turkey bacon. (Ideally you would scrap it altogether, but some people just can’t give up their bacon.)

 Now, who’s looking forward to breakfast again?

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 Researchers in a recent study say that eating whole grains can cut the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Analysis of data from 39,765 men and 157,463 women found an 11% reduction in the development of Type 2 diabetes among people who ate two or more servings of brown rice per week compared with people who ate less than one serving a month.  

After adjusting for a number of dietary and lifestyle risk factors, the researchers found that people who ate five or more servings per week of white rice were 17 percent more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those who ate less than one serving of white rice per month. In contrast, people who ate two or more servings of brown rice per week were 11 per cent less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those who ate less than one serving of brown rice per month, the study authors reported.

Well, folks, we knew it all along. Whole grains are delicious! We’ve got a family of Nutribar whole grain meal replacement bars for you to choose from, everything from Cinnamon Bun to Cranberry Crunch.

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Cinnamon bun. Chocolate chip. Peanut butter. While these words would ordinarily be a dieter’s nightmare, they’re actually some flavors in our Whole Grain family of meal replacement bars. What does that mean for you? You can experience the taste of all the things you love, without adding souvenirs to your body.

Here’s the thing: men and women have different caloric needs, but we both have common goals – weight loss or weight gain. With Nutribar, you get all the minerals, vitamins, proteins, and other essential nutrients your body needs, and get the added bonus of it being deliciously whole grain.

Have you tried them? Love ‘em or hate ‘em, leave us some comments!

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