Fiber question.?

Question

Does your body absorb the calories from fiber or does it go right through you. Because if this is the case then you could eat nothing but fiber and not gain any weight because your body can not digest it, Right?

Answer 1

Fiber is indigestible so it goes right through you without being absorbed and does not contribute to your energy (caloric) intake. The great thing about fiber is that you can eat foods high in fiber and feel really full, but really not take in many calories at all. Another great thing is that fiber-rich foods are your foods like fruits, vegetables, beans, legumes, nuts, and whole grains, which are very healthy and high in other necessary nutrients. So, you can eat high-fiber foods and get all of your proper nutrition, feel satisfied (feel full) and maintain a nice stable weight, or lose weight depending on if you are dieting and exercising.

Answer 2

Your body does not absorb the calories from fiber, it goes right through to the toilet. However, if you ate nothing but fiber, you would starve and die because fiber does not offer the nutrients you need, it only helps keep ones bowel movements regular, and keeps you feeling full. So if you wanted to lose weight, eating lots of fiber is good, but you have to eat other things as well.