NUTRITION
CARBOHYDRATES
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Question
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Which answer best describes the function of fibre?
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To make us feel fuller for longer
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To help regular bowel movements
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To bulk out our stomach, promote bowel movement and make us feel fuller for longer
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To lower the blood glucose levels in our body
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Soluble fiber is found in foods such as oat bran, barley, nuts, seeds, beans, lentils, peas, and some fruits and vegetables. Insoluble fiber appears to speed the passage of foods through the stomach and intestines and adds bulk to the stool.
Detailed explanation-2: -Insoluble fiber: Insoluble fiber doesn’t dissolve in water as it moves through the digestive tract, but it does attract water to the intestine, increasing the bulk and softness of stool. By helping waste move more smoothly through your system, insoluble fiber helps to prevent constipation and regulate bowel movements.
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