Question

Name some food items which provide roughage.

Answer 1

Roughage consists of the tough parts of vegetables and grains that help you to digest your food and help your bowels to work properly. Some food items that provide roughage are:

1. Grains (wholegrain, bread, cereals)

2. Brown rice

3. Pulses (peas, beans, lentils)

4. Bran

5. Nuts, seeds and pips

6. Skin on fruit and vegetables

7. Citrus fruits