Fibre is an important part of our diet but unfortunately 8 out of 10 school children do not get enough. That’s why we have developed two great tasting cereals that are high in fibre and made with wholegrain as part of The Coco Pops Promise.
DID YOU KNOW?
The average 5 year old needs around 10g of fibre a day.
WHAT IS FIBRE?
Fibre is usually found in plants – fruit, vegetables and grains such as wheat and oats. In grain, fibre is usually the outer layer. And a very important layer at that! Below is a diagram of the component parts of a typical grain:
WHY IS FIBRE GOOD FOR US?
Different types of fibre work in different ways – some fibres can help to keep us feeling full and satisfied. Others can improve digestion by helping food move through the stomach and digestive system. And some provide a food source for the friendly bacteria that live in the lower part of your digestive system.