Question

What trouble do we have to face if we do not get enough fibre from our daily diet?

What care must be taken to make sure that fibre is not lost ·or removed from the food we eat?

Answer 1

• If we do not get enough dietary fibre, we may suffer from constipation and difficulty in passing stools. Lack of fibre can also cause poor digestion and other digestive problems. Fibre helps food move properly through the digestive system and keeps our stomach healthy.
• We should eat whole fruits and vegetables with their edible skins whenever possible. We should avoid peeling fruits and vegetables unnecessarily and should not over-process or over-refine foods such as grains. We should include whole grains, pulses, fruits and vegetables in our daily diet to get enough fibre.