The benefits of a diet high in fiber include decreasing the risk of developing
a. colon and rectal cancer. c. breast and prostate cancer.
b. diabetes mellitus. d. skin cancer.
A
Diets high in fiber have been shown to be beneficial in disease prevention. The possible benefits are decreased weight and decreases in the risks of colon cancer, rectal cancer, heart disease (decreases serum cholesterol levels), dental caries, constipation, and diverticulosis. A high-fiber diet is not related to a decrease in the development of diabetes mellitus or breast, prostate, or skin cancer.
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