Fiber
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Fiber | Insoluble fiber?is the coarse part of a plant that doesn?t dissolve in water, which adds bulk to stool and moves toxins out of the colon. Find it in whole wheat and whole grain products and vegetables like Brussels sprouts, turnips, and cauliflower. Soluble Fiber, also found in plants, binds to dietary cholesterol to help the body eliminate it and reduce?LDL levels. Its?functions?also include easing IBS symptoms and other digestive problems. Oatbran, barley, legumes, and citrus are all?good sources.
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