🌾 What is Fiber and Why Your Body Needs It
Fiber is a special type of carbohydrate that your body cannot digest, but it's essential for health. Unlike other carbs, fiber passes through your digestive system unchanged because we lack the enzymes to break it down.
Two Main Types:
- Soluble fiber (chia seeds, flaxseeds) → dissolves in water to form a gel that coats intestinal walls
- Insoluble fiber → adds bulk to stool
🦠 The Gut Connection: While your body can't digest fiber, your gut bacteria can ferment it, producing:
- Beneficial vitamins
- Healthy compounds
- Gas (natural byproduct)
This process supports a thriving microbiome!
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