Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
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ISBN: 9781337919333
Author: Brown, Judith E.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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To examine: Whether the statement “Adequate intake of fiber, especially soluble fiber from dried beans, fruits, and vegetables, is particularly encouraged due to beneficial effects on gut microbiota, inflammation, glucose levels, and insulin resistance.” is true or false.

Introduction:  Dietary fibers are carbohydrates that are not digested by the enzymes present in our body. The consumption of dietary fibers has many beneficial effects on the body. Dietary fibers are of two types on the basis of their solubility in water: soluble and insoluble fibers.

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