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Fiber is non-digestible by humans. It would not qualify as a nutrient because it provides no nutrition. It serves as a filler and as a (mechanical) stimulant to the digestive system.
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What is waste nutrients?
Fiber
What nutrients are in vegtables?
vitamins and fiber
What are the different types of nutrients?
Nutrients can be broadly categorized as water, vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, and fatty acids (or lipids). Fiber is not actually a nutrient but it is an important part of your diet, nonetheless.
What is fiber's main function in the diet?
Fiber does not 'function' in the diet. That belongs to the macronutrients: carbohydrates, fats, and protein. However, fiber is an essential part of the diet. It aids in the steady absorption of nutrients and holds water, which helps us stay hydrated.
Why are additives important?
They are important because in foods, if you do not have aditives, then you are not getting all of the nutrients you need. Additives send you plenty of fiber and nutrients. If you are not getting the fiber and nutrients that you need you can get very sick.
What are the nutrients the body needs?
the nutrients your body needs are sugar, starch, and fiber.
What are the main nutrients in vegetable group?
Fiber
Which has more nutrients the pea or its pod?
pea has more nutrients, pod more fiber
What nutrients are in bran?
Fiber ,,,, It helps the digestive system
Is a sugar a nutrient?
Yes, there are three types of Macro-nutrients. These include; carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Carbohydrates can be divided into three categories; simple, complex, and fiber. Fiber is not nutritious but none the less and important part of the diet. Sugars fall into the simple carbohydrate category, not as healthy as the complex category (think oatmeal). Many people think of vitamins and minerals when the think of nutrients, these are called micro-nutrients.
Type of carbohydrate that contains the most nutrients and is not refined?
Fiber
What are energy nutrients such as sugar starches and fiber are called?
proteins
