Question

What is the role of roughages in our diet?

Answer 1

Role of roughages in our diet:

1. Roughage is an undigested, fibrous element of food that assist in the passage of meals and waste through the stomach.
2. Roughage does not provide nutrition to our bodies, but it is an important part of a healthy diet and can be discovered in both carbohydrates and proteins.
3. Roughage must be included in one's diet in order to ensure optimal intestinal function.
4. Examples of roughage foods are apples, pears, grapes, cereals, leafy green vegetables, and other fruits and vegetables.