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Old 02-17-2011, 06:49 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsD View Post
I don't think they have to break down types of fiber %'s by law.

Some companies are just more consumer oriented, and will do nice helpful things on their own. Lay's is a good example. They removed transfats years before the 2006 mandated deadline.

Soluble fiber is more useful for lowering cholesterol, IMO.

This link lists "voluntary labeling"...which seems to include fiber:
http://www.ext.colostate.edu/pubs/foodnut/09365.html

I read food labels ALOT... and I have noticed a trend with the things I buy now have potassium content listed in grams per serving.
I don't think that is mandatory either, but put on there by the food company.
Thanks mrsD I'll get in touch with the main companies I deal with about those products that contain higher amounts of fibers. I'm curious to know how much of that 6 grams of fiber in my soy burgers is soluble v insoluble!
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