Dietary Fibers and Their Importance in the Diet
Typically, those who consume diets that are rich in dietary fiber (DF) tend to have a reduced occurrence of chronic diseases. The digestion and absorption of dietary fiber in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is influenced by the structural complexity of the fiber. The beneficial impact of dietary fib...
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| Formato: | Capítulo de libro |
| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2024
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/89702 |
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| Sumario: | Typically, those who consume diets that are rich in dietary fiber (DF) tend to have a reduced occurrence of chronic diseases. The digestion and absorption of dietary fiber in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is influenced by the structural complexity of the fiber. The beneficial impact of dietary fiber on health is associated with its actions within the gastrointestinal tract. The positive impacts of DF on human health have been proven, exemplified by its effects on immunity, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disorders. This chapter examines five factors pertaining to dietary fibers and their significance in the diet: The topics covered in this text are (1) different types of fiber, (2) sources of soluble fiber, (3) sources of insoluble fiber, (4) foods with fibers, and (5) the advantages of consuming fiber. |
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| ISBN: | 978-0-85014-501-4 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.115461 |