6. Name the major component of roughage. What
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are its benefits to our body?
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Roughage is the portion of plant foods, such as whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, fruits, and vegetables, that your body can't digest. However, it's an important food source for the beneficial bacteria in your gut. It may also aid weight management and decrease certain risk factors for heart disease.
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Roughage is the portion of plant foods, such as whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, fruits, and vegetables, that your body can't digest. However, it's an important food source for the beneficial bacteria in your gut. It may also aid weight management and decrease certain risk factors for heart disease
Fibre, also known as 'roughage', is the part of the food that is not digested by the body. It is only available from foods of plant origin such as unrefined cereals, wholemeal flour, fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds and pulses such as peas, beans and lentils.
7 Types of Fiber :
Cellulose. This insoluble fiber is a primary component of plant cell walls, and many vegetables—such as broccoli, cabbage, kale, and cauliflower—are rich sources of cellulose. ...
Inulin. ...
Pectins. ...
Beta Glucans. ...
Psyllium. ...
Lignin. ...
Resistant Starch.