NUTRITION
CARBOHYDRATES
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Question
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What carbohydrate is referred to as dietary fiber?
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Starch
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Glycogen
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Maltose
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Cellulose
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Dietary fibers a are mainly indigestible complex carbohydrates in plant cell walls (cellulose, hemicellulose, and pectin) and a variety of gums, mucilages, and algal polysaccharides. Lignin is a noncarbohydrate component of dietary fiber in plant cell walls.
Detailed explanation-2: -Nutritional Value of Cellulose Cellulose has no calories, vitamins or minerals, and no protein, carbohydrates or fat. Cellulose is a type of insoluble fiber, which means the body can’t digest it.
Detailed explanation-3: -Bulking fibers – such as cellulose and hemicellulose (including psyllium) – absorb and hold water, promoting regularity.
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