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Dietary fibre: Supports digestion, blood sugar and cholesterol control. Food sources include whole grains (millet/kodo, brown rice, atta), dal, beans, vegetables, fruits.
What does fibre do?
Supports digestion, blood sugar and cholesterol control.
Which foods have fibre?
Whole grains (millet/kodo, brown rice, atta), dal, beans, vegetables, fruits.
What are the signs of low fibre?
Constipation and higher heart and diabetes risk with low intake.
Can I take too much fibre?
Increase slowly with water to avoid bloating.
SI summary (own words); NIH Office of Dietary Supplements fact sheets as reference