Question

Recommending soluble fiber for CVD is based on its ability to decrease absorption of lipids, and increase lipid excretion. Helpful soluable fibers include psyllium, resistant starches, pectin and gums but food sources include:

A. fruits, vegetables, wheat and soy products.
B. fruits, vegetables, oat and soy products.
C. apples, carrots, oatmeal and tofu.
D. both B and C.

Answer 1

D. both B and C.

Step-by-step explanation:

Soluble fiber is a great ally in the 'cleansing' of LDL, popularly known as bad cholesterol, and is not difficult to incorporate into daily diet as it is present in cereals - mainly oats, fruits, vegetables and legumes. . This type of fiber is not only good against cholesterol, but for digestion and intestinal functioning as a whole and, consequently, for the proper functioning of metabolism. Foods rich in soluble fiber are fruits, vegetables, oats, soy products, apples, carrots, oats and tofu. For this reason, we can conclude that the correct answer to your question is in the letters B and C.