Gastrointestinal Health

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The fiber found in fruits and vegetables aids the gastrointestinal (GI) tract by improving digestion and the passage of bowel movements. This protects against diverticulosis and consequent diverticulitis among other problems in the GI tract.

(Sharon Hunter, Orange Bell Pepper, flickr. CC: BY 2.0. Downloaded on April 6, 2011.)

(Sharon Hunter, Red Bell Pepper, flickr. CC: BY 2.0. Downloaded on April 6, 2011.)

(Sharon Hunter, Yellow Bell Pepper, flickr. CC: BY 2.0. Downloaded on April 6, 2011.)

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