Q) What is fiber and its role in digestion.
A) Fiber is a type of component which helps in digestion. Fiber is not digestible unlike carbohydrate which is digestible. Fiber keeps digestive system healthy. It aids in removal of toxins and waste from stomach and intestines so that you are free from diseases.
Daily requirement of fiber is 25 to 30 grams per day.
Sources of the fiber are:
Whole grains
Cereals
Nuts and seeds
Legumes
Fruits
Vegetables