Test Your Knowledge About Dietary Fiber! Trivia Quiz

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Test Your Knowledge About Dietary Fiber! Trivia Quiz - Quiz

Want a trivia quiz to test your knowledge about dietary fiber? These are types of foods that have a lot of benefit to the body but are not completely digested by the gastrointestinal enzymes. During class, we got to learn which foods fall under this group. Do take this test and see just how much you can remember. All the best!

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1.

Name a few sources of dietary fiber.
- A.
  
  Black beans
- B.
  
  Apple
- C.
  
  Chips
- D.
  
  A and B
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
D. A and B

Explanation
Black beans and apples are both sources of dietary fiber. Black beans are high in fiber, providing both soluble and insoluble fiber, which helps to promote healthy digestion and prevent constipation. Apples are also a good source of fiber, particularly in their skin, which contains a type of fiber called pectin. Both black beans and apples can be included in a balanced diet to increase fiber intake and support overall health.

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2.

Fiber helps remove toxic waste from the body.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The answer is true because fiber helps keep your body's digestive system regular. Fiber helps eliminate any waste products from the digestive tract. This is why it helps alleviate constipation.

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3.

About how much fiber should you be consuming (if you are a male)?
- A.
  
  12 grams
- B.
  
  5 grams
- C.
  
  30 grams
- D.
  
  21 grams
Correct Answer
C. 30 grams

Explanation
Men should be consuming about 30 grams of fiber daily. Fiber is an essential nutrient that aids in digestion and helps prevent constipation. It also helps to regulate blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol. Consuming an adequate amount of fiber can promote a healthy digestive system and overall well-being.

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4.

The two types of fiber are soluble fiber and pectin fiber.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The two types of fiber are soluble fiber and insoluble fiber.

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5.

Fiber has three functions. What are they?
- A.
  
  Keeps you regular
- B.
  
  Keeps you full
- C.
  
  Prevents heart disease
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because fiber indeed has all three functions mentioned. Firstly, it helps in keeping you regular by adding bulk to your stool and promoting regular bowel movements. Secondly, it keeps you full for longer periods of time as it takes longer to digest, thus aiding in weight management. Lastly, fiber has been shown to help prevent heart disease by lowering cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular problems. Therefore, all three functions mentioned are true for fiber.

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Test Your Knowledge About Dietary Fiber! Trivia Quiz

Name a few sources of dietary fiber.

Fiber helps remove toxic waste from the body.

About how much fiber should you be consuming (if you are a male)?

The two types of fiber are soluble fiber and pectin fiber.

Fiber has three functions. What are they?