Types of Fibers:
Cellulose and Hemicelluloses
| Function |
Speeds up transit time. |
| Sources |
Wheat flour, beans, bran, broccoli, Bulgur, carrots, apples, beets, and Brussels Sprouts |
Lignin
| Function |
Speeds up transit time and absorbs fats and cholesterol. |
| Sources |
Cereals, eggplants, green bean |
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Pectin
| Function |
Absorbs water, fat, and cholesterol. Also slows stomach digestion. |
| Sources |
Apples, grapes, potatoes, squash, oranges, lemons, grapefruits |
Gum
| Function |
Absorbs water, fat, and cholesterol. Also slows stomach digestion. |
| Sources |
Oats, oat bran, barley, lentils, chick/split peas, black-eyed peas, pinto beans, navy beans |
Mucilage
| Function |
Absorbs water, fat, and cholesterol. |
| Sources |
Seeds |
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