Glossary Term:

Title

fiber, dietary

Phonetic


Description

The part of plant carbohydrates such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes that can’t be digested. Beans, vegetables, whole grains, and fruits are examples of good sources of fiber. Links between fiber intake alone and risk of cancer are not proven, but eating these foods is still recommended because they contain other substances that may help prevent cancer. They also have other health benefits.