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what is roughage?

Roughage are fibres which are taken along with food for a healthy diet.

Roughage forms an important component of our food because of the following reasons:

  • They help prevent constipation by increasing the volume of stool in our body. Therefore, people who include a lot of dietary fibres in their diet suffer from fewer problems of constipation.
  • They help in retaining water in the body.
  • They help in getting rid of undigested food.

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Roughage referred to dietary fiber which occurs naturally in fruits, vegetables and grains.It helps for the proper digestion, the healthy function of the bowel system and correct large intestine disorders. Most high-fiber foods are also high in other essential nutrients.

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Roughage referred to dietary fiber which occurs naturally in fruits, vegetables and grains to helps for the proper digestion.pleas give thumbs up

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It helps for the proper digestion, the healthy function of the bowel system and correct large intestine disorders. Most high-fiber foods are also high in other essential nutrients.

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Roughage is found in vegetables, fruits, beans and cereals. It has no nutritive value, but prevents constipation and is necessary for proper functioning of digestive system.

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