Dietary Fibre Flashcards
1
Q
How many g per day
A
30
2
Q
What’s it found in
A
Plant foods
3
Q
What does it do
A
Absorbs water,swells and provides bulk to help move food through body
4
Q
What does lack in fibre lead to
A
Constipation / bowel cancer
5
Q
Sources
A
Whole meal bread
Whole grain pasta/cereals
Brown rice
Fruit and veg
Potatoe ( with skins )
