Types and function of fibre

Question 1

Two types of fibre are

Answer 1

Insoluble fibre & soluble fibre

Question 2

Insoluble fibre, 10 examples, only need to know 2

Answer 2

Raspberries, Strawberries, Almonds, Black beans, Flaxseeds, Lentils, Pinto beans, Psyllium seeds, Sesame seeds, Peas

Question 3

Soluble fibre 10 examples, only need to know 2

Answer 3

Apples, Apricots, Bananas, Blackberries, Grapefruit, Kiwi, Orange, Pear, Plums, Prunes

Question 4

Fibre facts _______, ________, _________, and __________

Answer 4

Is a kind of carbohydrate, it increases satiety (feeling full), it lowers blood cholesterol levels, and there are two kinds of fibre: soluble and insoluble

Question 5

Soluble fibre facts _________, _________, and __________.

Answer 5

Dissolves to make a gel. Slows the absorption of fats, specifically cholesterol. Slows digestion therefore stabilizing blood sugar.

Question 6

Insoluble fibre facts ___________, ____________, _______________.

Answer 6

Absorbs water. It ‘cleans out’ the intestinal tract. Helps constipation (needs water)