Question 1

What's the difference between roughage and fiber in the diet?

Accepted Answer

Roughage is another word for fiber. It is a most important part of diet consisting of both soluble and insoluble fiber. They both have effects on absorption and even processing the calories, particularly sugar. That is why our source of sugar has to he fruit and veg.``.

Question 2

How could a lack of fiber (roughage) in the diet be a cause of colon disease, including colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Of slow bowel activity, build up of bad bacteria creating toxins or toxic environment. And healthy intestinal bacteria with higher fiber diet may cause less colon wall mucosal irritation and less risks for cancer. Also theories of low fat diet and increased exercise lowering colon cancer risks.

Question 3

I eat a lot of fiber, roughage, whole grains and take plenty water but i have nearly one bowel movement daily. is it this normal? i also exercise.

Accepted Answer

different regarding how many bowel movements they have. If the size of the one bowel movement is sufficient to keep you going, than that is fine.

Question 4

What are the functions of cardiac muscle fibers?

Accepted Answer

The heart is a muscle with very special qualities. The main bulk of heart muscle helps pump blood to the lungs to get oxygen and then pumps that oxygen rich blood to the rest of the body. Then there is a special type of cardiac fibers that helps conduct electrical impulses from two "pacemaker" sites in the heart, the sa and av nodes which allow the heart to keep pumping for your entire life.

Question 5

What are the functions of fiber and lipids in the body?

Accepted Answer

Fiber is dietary, not digested and can act as laxative and contribute to a healthier digestive system. Lipids have many functions including structure, metabolism, energy, ...

Question 6

I need advice for colon cleanse, how can i remove fecal matter built up? i have good bowel function, take fiber, water and exercise.

Accepted Answer

These are a waste of money.  Feces does not get stored in the colon.  It is a one way tube that handles waste.  You state you have good bowel function.  Then everything is already getting cleaned out.  These can also be dangerous due to the risk of bowel perforation.

Question 7

What does add the most fiber to my diet?

Accepted Answer

Adding more plants (fruits and veggies) will add fiber while helping add a substantial amount of other nutrients that are also healthy.

There are lots of palatable ways to do this, even if you don't like fruits and veggies. Do internet search for recipes you like, then look for ways to add fruits & veggies to them.

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Question 8

What are some easy and effective methods to get the fiber you need?

Accepted Answer

Eating plenty of vegetables and fruit is the best way to get the fiber you need - leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables & fruit like apples. Also flaxseed & psyllium are two excellent sources of additional fiber. You can buy ground flaxseed (store it in airtight container in your freezer since it can go rancid if exposed to air) and add a tablespoon to you cereals, salads, yogurts, shakes, anything!

Question 9

Is fiber from grains better than fiber from vegetables?  do i need grains at all if i eat lots of vegetables?

Accepted Answer

a well balanced diet is best. Grains provide some nutrients that vegetables can not

Question 10

Is yam a fiber food?

Accepted Answer

See this site for a list of high fiber foods.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/high-fiber-foods/nu00582.

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What's the difference between roughage and fiber in the diet?

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How could a lack of fiber (roughage) in the diet be a cause of colon disease, including colon cancer?

I eat a lot of fiber, roughage, whole grains and take plenty water but i have nearly one bowel movement daily. is it this normal? i also exercise.

What are the functions of cardiac muscle fibers?

What are the functions of fiber and lipids in the body?

I need advice for colon cleanse, how can i remove fecal matter built up? i have good bowel function, take fiber, water and exercise.

What does add the most fiber to my diet?

What are some easy and effective methods to get the fiber you need?

Is fiber from grains better than fiber from vegetables? do i need grains at all if i eat lots of vegetables?

Is yam a fiber food?

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