When soluble fiber is present in the digestive tract, the fiber binds ____ so that they are excreted rather than absorbed. This helps reduce the amount of cholesterol in the body.

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Soluble fiber binds with bile acids in the digestive tract, preventing their absorption and causing them to be excreted from the body. Since bile acids are made from cholesterol, this process helps to reduce the amount of cholesterol in the body.

When Soluble Fiber Is Present in the Digestive Tract, the Fiber