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Mostly because fiber is a complex structure created by plants, complicated enough that we humans can't digest it, and therefore can't metabolize it for energy. That's why it's so useful for cleaning out our intestines and colon.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 13y agoBecause fibre is primarily cellulose, which the body can't digest. Therefore, when it goes through the body it acts as a cleaning agent.
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∙ 9y agoFiber does not provide energy like fat and sugars. The reasoning for this is because fiber is not digested and the body doesn't utilize the calories as energy.
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∙ 13y agoYou DO get calories from fibre.
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Which nutrient does not provide energy?
Vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water do not provide energy
What kids snacks are high in fiber and gives energy?
High energy and high fiber foods can easily come from granola bars. The sugar found in granola bars provide the quick energy, while the nuts give that much needed fiber.
What complex carbohydrates provide the body with long lasting energy?
Starches; Fiber
Do Simple carbohydrates provide the body with long-lasting energy.?
No. Complex carbohydrates such as starches and fiber provide longer-lasting energy than simple carbohydrates, which are sugars. False apexvs
Simple carbohydrates provide the body with long-lasting energy.?
No. Complex carbohydrates such as starches and fiber provide longer-lasting energy than simple carbohydrates, which are sugars. False apexvs
Which trees provide fiber for industries?
Coconut trees mainly provide fiber for the industries
What health benefits do bananas provide?
Bananas are high in potassium. Because they are rich in vitamins and minerals they provide a lot of energy. They are high in vitamin b, and also rich in fiber.
What Carbohydrates provide the body with .?
starches; fiber
How does the sun provide energy?
Well the sun is essential to us of course but just to say the sun doesent provide us energy junk food does
Does fiber contain energy?
No, it provides bulk which helps with digestion and regularity :) There are only three nutrients that provide energy which are carbohydrates and protein (which both provide 4 calories per gram) and fat (which is the most energy dense, providing 9 calories per gram).
What do rice pasta and fresh fruit and vegetables provide us?
Rice & pasta: carbohydrates (energy). fruits & vegetables: vitamins, minerals, fiber, energy. All of the above also have some protein.
What is fiber and which Indian food provide us high fiber?
onion bajis!!
