Dietary fiber
• Dietary fiber is that portion of plant matter that cannot be digested or absorbed by the human intestine.
· Fiber increases the bulk of the stool and helps excretion.
· Diets high in dietary fiber are associated with a lower incidence of digestive and cardiovascular diseases.
February 4, 2009
Posted on February 4, 2009
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