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Dietician 07/22/21
Hello Moudi,

Glad to hear you are seeking out fiber! Here are my top high fiber food recommendations on a Mediterranean-style diet:
All berries
Nuts and seeds
Dried beans and peas
Avocadoes
Whole grains

For more specific food examples including a breakdown of fiber content, and to pick foods within the above categories that fit your taste and eating style, read this excellent MyNetDiary article: https://www.mynetdiary.com/great-food-sources-of-fiber.html

Hope this helps! Have a great day! Brenda (MyNetDiary Dietitian)

U1187995374 07/26/21
My doctor did a couple blood test,
because I haven't been feeling well.
Dr. Ortiz (CMH) found my cholesterol
is 350, and I'm borderline anemic.
I love blueberries and eat them like 🤪.
I love fresh fruit, and it has when I
crave sugar. How should I eat to lower
my cholesterol?

Thank you
Felicia L. De Klein

Dietician 07/26/21 replied to U1187995374
Hello U1187995374-
Welcome to MyNetDiary!

Tracking is a powerful tool to help identify where your calories are coming from. Here are some things to pay attention to that can impact cholesterol levels.
1. How much-saturated fat are you consuming each day? Saturated fat is found in animal products such as butter, fatty meat, cheese, ice cream.
2. Instead, eat more mono and polyunsaturated fat while avoiding trans fats and eating less saturated fats. Here's an article that addresses the different types of fat found in food: https://www.mynetdiary.com/4-types-of-fat.html
3. Eat more soluble fiber. Have you heard that oatmeal is healthy? It contains soluble fiber which can help reduce cholesterol levels. Here's an article that addresses the fiber content of foods so you can eat more fiber in your diet. When it comes to upping your fiber intake. Start small and increase slowly while drinking lots of water. https://www.mynetdiary.com/great-food-sources-of-fiber.html
4. Heart health is improved by many factors, in addition to lowering cholesterol to target levels. Here are some important points to consider when it comes to a healthy heart:
https://www.mynetdiary.com/heart-healthy-lifestyle-tips.html
5. Finally, you may want to meet 1:1 with a Registered Dietitian. They will be able to evaluate your diet and provide personalized suggestions. https://www.eatright.org/find-a-nutrition-expert
Cheers to improved health! Joanna (MyNetDiary Dietitian)

Britt 09/25/21
My weight loss gain back

Sklein1 11/04/21
Where do I log my daily thoughts, mood, etc?

Dietician 11/04/21
If you are using app, you can put daily thoughts, mood, etc. in "Notes" section. Look for the paper clip. It is under the water section to lower left of apple. Great idea to track these things so you can discover patterns along the way. Hope this helps! Brenda (MyNetDiary Dietitian)

Peaches 11/24/21
How can you help me to lose weight?

Peaches 11/24/21
Hi, my problem is I tend to eat a lot of crackers and cashews while I'm watching TV. Is there a way you can help me in overcoming it? Thanks

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