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Main noncarbohydrate component of fiber having a 3-D polymer of phenol. Found in carrots, berries and wheat: Insoluble in water |
Lignin |
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A hydrocolloid composed of sugar and sugar derivatives commonly used as a food additive that is secreted from plant injuries or can also be found in oats, barley and legumes |
Gum |
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A long linear polymer that provides structure to the cell wall. Found in bran,legumes, root vegetables and apples. |
Cellulose |
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Contains a number of sugars in its backpack and saccharide side chains. Some are soluble and some are insoluble, found in bran and whole grains. |
Hemicellulose |
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A group of polysaccharides with galacturonic acid as a primary constituent. It is soluble and gel forming; plentiful in many fruits |
Pectin |
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Functional fiber is currently defined as: |
Carbohydrates that are non digestible by human enzymes have been isolated extracted or manufactured and have been shown to have beneficial physiological effects in humans. |
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What mineral is released in the colon by fermentation of fiber is considered to improve the proliferation of normal colon cells, thus inhibiting cancer |
Calcium |
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Which of the following is NOT a typical gastrointestinal response to ingestion of dietary fiber? |
Increased glucose absorption |
