Question

Why is the presence of roughage in food essential?

Answer 1

 Because dietary fiber contributes very few calories, high-fiber foods, such as fruits and vegetables, are lower in calories than many low-fiber foods. Roughage also helps to keep you feeling full while eating fewer calories because it provides a lot of volume and it swells inside your stomach and digestive tract.

Answer 2

Answer:

The presence of roughage in food is essential because roughage remains undigested in our body and is excreted out of our body and roughage helps in following ways are as follows:-

1.) It helps in retaining water in the body.

2.) It adds bulk to the food and gives a sense of filling after the meal.

3.) It prevents constipation and helps in the regular movement of the bowels.

4.) It helps in maintaining the digestive system healthy.

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