Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Publisher: PEARSON
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- Which of the following is not true for dietary fiber?
- dietary fiber is nondigestible carbohydrates and lignin that are intrinsic and intact in plants
- dietary fiber is not digested by our body’s enzymes in the large intestine
- consuming a diet high in insoluble fiber can help lower blood cholesterol levels
- including soluble fiber in a meal helps prevent sharp sugar spikes, making for a more gradual rise in blood glucose
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