DR. ALLAH BAKHSH GULSHAN
The incorporation of fibrous foods into our daily lives is a simple yet profound step towards achieving optimal health and wellbeing. Fiber, a vital nutrient found in abundance in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, acts as a multifaceted part in sustaining healthy digestion, satiety, sugar concentration in blood stream, and even control the weight of the human body. The lifestyle-related diseases, such as overweightness, sugar, and heart disease increased day by day in the Pakistani nation, because the people did not take regular exercise in their daily routine. So, the importance of fibrous foods cannot be overstated. By embracing a diet rich in fiber, individuals can unlock a myriad of benefits, from promoting regular bowel movements and supporting healthy gut bacteria to reducing inflammation and improving overall quality of life. Various benefits of fibrous food are noted in the life i.e Prevent constipation by adding the bulk of fibrous materials into stool and promoting regular gut movement. The cholesterol level is decreased in the body due to frequent use of soluble fiber in foods like oats, barley, and fruits due to binding of bile acids and play a role in removing from the body with sparingly. The frequent use of fibrous foods in the daily meal tends to be more filling, making it easier to maintain a healthy weight. The fibers’ role to support the healthy bacteria in the intestine and increase the prebiotic fibrous foods like asparagus, bananas, and onions feeds the good bacteria in the gut for supporting a healthy gut microbiome. The essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants are produced in the body in sufficient quantity due to maintain the fibrous food in the daily used sustenance. Fiber’s use is more essential to lower the glycemic index in the blood sugar levels. It is better, if the people of Pakistan increased fibrous food items in their routine meal to survive as longer and healthier life. A diet rich in fibrous foods provides numerous health benefits, including relief from digestive disorders, weight management issues, and chronic diseases. Incorporating fibrous foods into your daily diet can have a significant impact on overall health and welfare of human beings. Relief from Digestive Disorders: the first one relief of fibrous foods help and prevent chronic type constipation. Secondly. a high-fiber diet has been shown to improve symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), including abdominal pain, bloating, and bowel irregularity. Thirdly, a high quantity-fiber food has been shown to reduce the risk of diverticulitis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the diverticula in the colon. Fourthly, regular use of fibrous foods tends to be more filling, making it easier to maintain a healthy weight. Fifthly, it helps to promote feelings of fullness and satisfaction, reducing the likelihood of overeating. Sixthly, fibrous foods are essential to reduce desires of unhealthy bakery items like snacks and chacolo-candies. Moreover, Relief from Chronic Diseases, like a high-fiber diet in daily routine is helped to reduce the risk of heart disease by improving blood lipid profiles and also to reduce the risk of type-II diabetes by improving insulin hormonal sensitivity and glucose breakdown. The risk of colorectal, breast, and prostate cancer in human approximately 80-90% is decreased. Finally, it is suggested that every person increased fiber intake in their daily meal in the form of variety of fibrous sources, like use of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. In addition, adequate quantity of water is essential for fiber ingredients to move through the digestive system for better working. The nation of Pakistan must be followed the recommendations of fibrous food for healthier and safer life.
The Author is DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY GHAZI UNIVERSITY DERA GHAZI KHAN.
