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Roughage (Noun)

Meaning

Coarse, indigestible plant food low in nutrients; its bulk stimulates intestinal peristalsis.

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Examples

  • Eating enough roughage helps prevent constipation by adding bulk to stool and promoting regular bowel movements.
  • Fiber is often referred to as roughage because it provides bulk in the diet but does not contain significant amounts of nutrients.
  • Increasing your intake of roughage through foods like whole grains and vegetables can help support healthy digestion.
  • Roughage like bran and celery can help cleanse the digestive system by moving food through the intestines.
  • The high roughage content in cabbage and broccoli can cause gas and discomfort in some individuals.

Synonyms

  • Fiber

Hypernyms

  • Food Product
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