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Soluble vs. insoluble fiber   

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Alternative names:

Insoluble vs. soluble fiber

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Question:
Is the fiber in peas, beans, or apples the same as the fiber in whole-wheat bread?

Answer:
No. Peas, beans, and apples contain soluble fiber that can be digested by the body. The bran found in whole-wheat bread is an insoluble fiber that the body cannot digest. Both types are valuable in preventing disease. See fiber.

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