Question

What is the importance of roughage in our body?

Answer 1

1.Regulates digestion

2.Maintains cholesterol and blood sugar

3.Aids in weight management

4.Disease prevention

Answer 2

Roughage is primarily used to prevent constipation and to maintain a "healthy digestive system".

Explanation:

Roughage is a broad term which categorises dietary fibres derived from plants. Fibres derived from plants are rich in cellulose, a sugar that is no digested by the human body due to the absence of the enzyme cellulase.

These fibres actively remove undigested food particles from the gastrointestinal tract. Thus, preventing constipation and keeping the GI tract clean.