CONNECTOR.AE 34 CONNECTOR.AE 35 Health and Wellness Health and Wellness The Role Of Fibre In Digestive Health When focusing on health andmaintaining a healthybody, protein often takes the spotlight. While protein is indeed vital for weight loss, muscle growth, and other aspects like hair care, there’s another crucial element, fibre. Fibre plays a significant role in promoting healthy digestion and is essential for maintaining good gut health. Additionally, it aids in weight management, regulates blood sugar levels, and contributes to heart health. Let’s explore further to understand the importance of fibre in ensuring digestive health and regularity. What Exactly Is Fibre And Why Do We Need It? Fibre, also known as dietary fibre, is a type of carbohydrate found in foods, mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. It’s known for its ability to prevent or relieve constipation. Unlike fats, proteins, or carbohydrates, which are broken down and absorbed by the body, fibre passes through the stomach, small intestine, and colon without being digested. Soluble and insoluble are the two main types of fibre. Soluble fibre dissolves in water to form a gel-like substance, aiding in lowering blood cholesterol and glucose levels. Whereas insoluble fibre promotes the movement of food through the digestive system, increasing stool bulk. Adding to this, Azza Aljneibi, Nutritionist at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, says, “Fibre is the structural part of plant foods like fruits, vegetables, legumes and grains that our bodies can’t digest and absorb. Fibre is associated with many digestive and other health benefits such as preventing intestinal cancer and constipation, lowering cholesterol levels, and regulating blood sugar levels.” Highlighting its importance for digestive health, Ms Janani Satchithanantham, Specialist Dietetics, Aster Hospital, Al Qusais, adds, “Fibre plays a crucial role in digestive health by regulating bowel movements, preventing constipation, and reducing the risk of developing digestive disorders such as diverticulosis and haemorrhoids. Additionally, fibre helps maintain a healthy weight and reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.” What Are The Key Benefits Of Including Fibre In Your Daily Diet? Including fibre in your daily diet comes with tons of benefits, some of which include: - Helps With Bowel Movements: Adding enough dietary fibre to your diet increases stool weight and size, making it easier to pass and reducing constipation risk. Fibre regulates bowel movements by drawing water into the colon, resulting in softer, bulkier stools that reduce harmful substance build-up. Additionally, it’s crucial to drink plenty of fluids when consuming high-fibre foods.
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