Fiber can be divided into two basic types according to its solubility in water: water-soluble fiber and water-insoluble fiber. Water-soluble fibers include resin, pectin and some semi-fibers. Common foods, such as barley, beans, carrots, oranges, flax, oats, oat bran, etc., are rich in water-soluble fiber, which can slow down digestion and expel cholesterol as quickly as possible, so that blood sugar and cholesterol in the blood can be controlled beyond the ideal level, and it can also help diabetic patients reduce insulin and triglycerides.
Water-insoluble fibers include cellulose, lignin and some semi-fibers, as well as wheat bran, corn husk, celery, peel and root vegetables from food. Insoluble fiber can reduce the risk of intestinal cancer, prevent constipation and diverticulitis by absorbing toxic substances in food, and reduce toxins discharged by digestive tract bacteria. Most plants contain water-soluble and water-insoluble fibers, so a balanced intake of water-soluble and water-insoluble fibers in the diet can obtain different benefits.
Benefits of dietary fiber:
Keep the digestive system healthy
boost one's immune system
Lowering cholesterol and hypertension
Reduce insulin and triglycerides
◇ Relaxation, diuresis, clearing intestine and invigorating stomach
Prevent cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes and other diseases.
Balance hormones in the body and reduce hormone-related cancers.
Dietary fiber is indispensable for a healthy diet. Fiber plays a vital role in keeping the digestive system healthy. At the same time, taking enough fiber can also prevent cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes and other diseases. Fiber can clean the digestive wall and enhance the digestive function. At the same time, fiber can dilute and accelerate the removal of carcinogens and toxic substances in food, protect the fragile digestive tract and prevent colon cancer. Fiber can slow down digestion and excrete cholesterol as quickly as possible, so it can control blood sugar and cholesterol at the best level.