Importance of Dietary Fiber for Digestive Health

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Questions and Answers

Which type of fiber dissolves in water and forms a gel?

Soluble fiber (correct)
Insoluble fiber
High-fiber foods
Dietary fiber

What is one of the side effects typically associated with high-fiber intake?

Mild bloating (correct)
Headaches
Weight loss
Muscle cramps

Which type of fiber is recommended for individuals with slow transit constipation?

Insoluble fiber (correct)
Soluble fiber
Dietary fiber
High-fiber foods

What is one of the main benefits associated with high fiber intake?

Lower incidences of colorectal cancer (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the only long-lasting effective treatment for constipation?

Re-establishing sufficient fiber intake (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is diverticular disease common in western developed countries according to the text?

Due to low fiber intake (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about soluble fiber is true?

It can increase colonic transit by enhancing propulsive motor activity, beneficial for treating constipation. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about insoluble fiber is incorrect?

It is derived from soluble fiber sources such as oats, barley, and fruits. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about osmotic laxatives is false?

They are not commonly used in palliative medicine for terminal patients with constipation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following groups of patients can benefit from using stool softeners?

Both A and C. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about stool softeners is incorrect?

They are effective in treating severe constipation without the need for additional agents. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about fiber's role in constipation treatment is true?

Fiber acts primarily as a bulking agent due to its water-holding capacity. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about high-viscosity and gel-forming soluble fibers is correct?

They are generally considered more likely to cause gas and discomfort. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about osmotic laxatives is true?

They soften both hard and loose stools, making them useful for patients with stool frequency causing fecal incontinence. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about insoluble fiber is true?

Insoluble fiber from various sources, such as fruit and vegetables, is an attractive long-term option for increasing stool transit speed and reducing the risk of constipation. (C) Signup and view all the answers