Question

Choose the correct statement(s) regarding roughages.

• A. Roughages are also known as dietary fibers
• B. Roughages add nutrients to our body
• C. Whole grains is a source of roughage
• D. Roughages help our body to get rid of wastes

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A Roughages are also known as dietary fibers
C Whole grains is a source of roughage
D Roughages help our body to get rid of wastes

$\bullet$ Roughages are also known as dietary fibers.
$\bullet$ They retain water and add bulk to the diet which helps in the digestion process.
$\bullet$ They help our body to get rid of the undigested wastes in the form of urine or sweat.
$\bullet$ Whole grains, fruits, pulses, potatoes are sources of roughage.