A Nutritionist Explains Why We Need Fiber

Fiber is dietary fiber, a group of substances that are classified as carbohydrates. The skin of vegetables and fruits and the vegetables themselves are made up of fiber. Nutritionist Svetlana Fus held another nutrition education on her Instagram page. This time, the topic was fiber: what is it for, what is the daily requirement, and what foods it is found in?

Fiber is dietary fiber, a group of substances that are classified as carbohydrates. The peel of vegetables and fruits, the hull of seeds, and the vegetables themselves are made up of fiber.

“It does not provide us with energy and is not digested. But it does provide vitamins and minerals to the body,” says Fuss.

What is fiber for, then?

• Passing through the intestines, fiber cleanses them, collecting toxins and removing them.
• It is essential for the life of bifidus and lactobacilli, which are responsible for intestinal immunity and protection against infection.
• It swells in the stomach and creates a feeling of fullness.
• helps the intestines to work.
• reduces the absorption of cholesterol and simple carbohydrates.
• lowers blood sugar levels.