Question

Which one of the following food items do not provide dietary fibre?

• A. Whole grains
• B. Whole pulses
• C. Fruits and vegetables
• D. Milk

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Milk

Dietary fibres:

1. Dietary fibres are a fibrous and indigestible substance that is obtained from vegetable foodstuffs that do not provide any nutrients when consumed.
2. The main function is that it helps in the passage of food and waste products through the digestive system.

Correct option: D.

Explanation for correct option:

1. Milk is obtained from cows, buffalo, sheep and goats.
2. It has a high nutritional value as it contains calcium, vitamin, potassium, magnesium, zinc, iodine, etc.
3. It does not contain fibres.

Explanation for incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Whole grains are a rich source of fibres and also contain iron, potassium, magnesium, etc.

Option B:

1. Whole pulses contain fibres, iron, zinc, folate, etc.

Option C:

1. Fruits and vegetables are rich sources of all vitamins, fibres, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, etc.