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Dietary fiber is found in plant foods and is mainly the fiber component of a plant’s cell walls, which aren’t digested by the enzymes in your intestinal tract and, therefore, don’t provide you with any energy. There are two types of dietary fiber:

 Soluble: Soluble fiber helps to lower your LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and lowers your rate of glucose absorption.

 Insoluble: Insoluble fiber helps to soften your stool and lowers your risk of some kinds of cancer.

As with anything in nutrition, you need a balance of both types of fiber. Each type of fiber performs a distinct function and is necessary for good health. (For specifics on working more fiber into your diet, sneak a peek at Chapter 6.)