Difference between the following:
Insoluble roughage and
Soluble roughage
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Answer:Soluble fiber easily dissolves in water and is broken down into a gel-like substance in the part of the gut known as the colon. ... It is also sometimes called roughage or bulk. It is an essential nutrient, which means it must be eaten in the diet.
In contrast, insoluble fiber has a more rigid microscopic structure and does not absorb water. Instead, it adds bulk to stools. Fruits and vegetables contain high amounts of insoluble fiber
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