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Why is fibre impt to our diet?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

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3 c: Fiber in the diet helps prevent constipation, colon cancer and it may help to lower your cholesterol. It also can help to prevent diverticulr disease. Drink plenty of fluids too.

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Answered 6/24/2018

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