The type of fiber that promotes the development of a beneficial mix of microbiota in the gut is known as _____ fiber.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Fermentable fiber is the type of fiber that promotes the development of a beneficial mix of microbiota in the gut by being broken down and fermented by intestinal bacteria. This produces short-chain fatty acids that provide energy for the cells lining the colon and promote the growth of beneficial bacteria. Functional and viscous fibers also have health benefits, but they do not directly promote a beneficial mix of microbiota in the gut. Nonfat and low-fat fibers do not exist as dietary fiber is a carbohydrate and therefore contains calories.

The Type of Fiber That Promotes the Development of a Beneficial