dietary fiber
nounUK /ˈdaɪ.ə.tər.i ˈfaɪ.bər/
US /ˈdaɪ.ə.ter.i ˈfaɪ.bɚ/
The parts of plant food your body cannot digest that help keep your tummy healthy.
Eating fruits and vegetables gives your body plenty of dietary fiber.
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2. A type of carbohydrate found in plants that passes through the body mostly unchanged.
Nutrition labels list dietary fiber under total carbohydrates.
3. Material from plants added to food to improve digestion or texture.
The cereal has extra dietary fiber added to it.
4. A component of a healthy diet linked to regular bowel movements and heart health.
Doctors recommend more dietary fiber for people with digestive problems.