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Fiber slows digestion and absorption so that glucose (sugar) in food enters the bloodstream more slowly, which keeps blood sugar on a more even level.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 12y agoFibres in the diet help in the transportation of food in the the stomach. Since other foods are dry (have no water) they can not move through the stomach easily and this would later cause constipation (accumulation of food in the stomach for a long time without being removed as a waste product) in the stomach. Therefore fibres are good to use to expel waste.
Now this is what fibres do for the diet. But, what was asked was what it does for the large intestine.
The indigestible components of food, such as cellulose and other fibres, are important to our diet and the intestines. They provide bulk and help maintain a full feeling for a longer time. This can reduce over-eating and helps maintain a healthy weight.
-Fibre also helps retain some water in the large intestine, which is important for egestion; the elimination of digestive wastes.
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∙ 10y agoFlushes out toxins and makes bowel movements easier. Make sure you drink plenty of water with it otherwise it will not feel good.
Fibre helps to keep your body clear off waste
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∙ 13y agowell you see, fiber is a protein that aids in the digestion process, so if you are having "potty problems", you may be told to eat lots of fiber, which can help your "potty problems"
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∙ 11y agoHelps loosen up stool.
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Discuss the role that fiber plays in the process of carbohydrate digestion?
While fiber may increase stool volume and slow the rate of digestion (at least insoluble fiber), the actual process of digestion would be unaffected by fiber, as compared to the effects of amylase and pepsin in the GI tract.
When the stomach makes churning movements what does it produce to aid digestion?
ACID
What organs never touch your food still aid in digestion?
Liver & pancreas.
The gallbladder secretes bile into the small intestine. what is bile designed to do?
bile is a fluid that is designed to aid with digestion.
What organ produces and secretes substances that aid in digestion?
I know 3 of them, which is stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
What indigestible parts of fruit aid digestion?
fiber is undigestible because our bodies are not made to digest cellulose. fiber can mostly be found only in plants.
What exactly makes a cereal considered high in fiber?
If a cereal is high in fiber, that means that it contains a high amount of fiber coming from wheat or other grains, vegetables, or nuts that aid in digestion.
Does crude fiber have enzymes?
Crude fiber does, in fact, have enzymes. There are also enzyme supplements that work to help aid the original enzymes in crude fiber digestion. The enzymes digest the crude fibers.
What are some good fiber foods?
One of the best fiber-rich foods that would aid in digestion are beans. They will help keep you regular if you have a serving of them every day or so. Nuts are another good choice.
What uses peristalsis and pepsin to aid digestion?
The stomach uses peristalsis and pepsin to aid digestion.
What does does fiber do to the body?
it helps with digestion
Where can I find out more about low fiber foods?
Low-fiber foods can aid in digestion for those recovering from gastrointestinal or bowel problems. The Mayo Clinic has prepared a helpful list of low-fiber foods and even a sample low-fiber meal plan which can be found at http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/low-fiber-diet/my00744 .
Discuss the role that fiber plays in the process of carbohydrate digestion?
While fiber may increase stool volume and slow the rate of digestion (at least insoluble fiber), the actual process of digestion would be unaffected by fiber, as compared to the effects of amylase and pepsin in the GI tract.
Does fiber helps in growth?
No. The only thing that fiber helps with is digestion. Fiber doesn't do anything to your growth.
Does Bacteria on cellulose digestion?
yes some bacteria help aid digestion
Structurally similar to starch but resistant to digestion?
Fiber
How does the prostate gland aid digestion?
it doesn't
