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H1 why are supplements used?

Several people become victims of bad health conditions, shortage of vitamins or minerals, body not functioning properly, risk of other diseases, etc. Dietary supplements help to intent the diet, strengthen your health condition and reduces the risk of inviting other diseases. They help to make your diet healthier. Supplements cannot always give you the exact amount of proteins fruits and vegetables contain but it supports your diet and makes it beneficial and healthier.

H2 What is a dietary fiber supplement?

Supplements that contain nutritious products are called dietary fiber supplements. Dietary fibers are usually the stuff that we get from the plants they are mainly the indigestible parts. contains generous vitamins, nutrients, fibers, etc. We can not only consume these vitamins, fibers, etc in their original form but also in the form of tablets, capsules, and powder. However, they won’t contain the same amount of richness as compared to the original one but will be enough for the diet. These capsules are found in any type of drug store or found online.

H2 The three fibers

Usually, this capsul which comes in so many forms contains one of the three main elements. Psyllium, polycarbophil, methylcellous are the three elements and they are fibers. -Psyllium is found in the husks of the Plantago ovata plant seed. Which is called as a “laxative”. If you make 1 teaspoon powder of psyllium (husk) they contain 8 grams of total fiber, 4 grams of net carbs, 0g of proteins, and, 15 calories. After consuming Psyllium fibers you face some of its side effects too. Like vomiting, gas, abdominal pain, loose motions, and diarreah.-polycarbophilPolycarbophil Is a bulk which forms the laxative. It increases the bulk in your stool. Pcarbophil is mainly a natural fiber laxative that helps in constipation and adds more fiber to your diet. -Methylcellous is obtained from the natural cellulose. Which is a chemical compound. They are fibers which are used to treat the problem of constipation. It also reduces your appetite. Which will also help you to lose weight. There can be side effects of eating these tablets like severe stomach pain, crams or there will be no bowel movement for three days after taking the tablet.

H2 pros and cons

pros

a)Supplements intake is much easier than food. Eating 2 gummy candies is better than eating 2 pounds of vegetables. Always cooking vegetables becomes a little tiring so eating these candies anytime can give you health benefits.

b)freshly plucked vegetables can be a bit expensive. Instead buying these supplements which give you enough amount of vitamins and minerals as per your diet is more affordable and convenient.

c) Vegetables take hours to get digested. Eating raw vegetables will take you 12 hours and eating cooked vegetables will take you 24 hours to get digested. Instead, if you continue eating these candies it will make it convenient for your digestive system to digest the food faster.

Cons

a)supplements cannot replace or be a substitute for diet but they are a few substances that can make your diet healthier. The proteins that you received from fresh fruits and vegetables cannot be matched with the supplements.

b)studies haven’t proved yet whether Supplements are completely good or dangerous for us. However, It is always better to take a prescription from your doctor about the same. Also, supplements do not always work because they cannot always absorb the nutrients which are found in the fruits and vegetables’ original form. Following a healthy diet rather than supplements is always beneficial.

H2 six essential nutrients:Fats, proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, fibers.

a)Fats Usually, people misunderstand fats as something which is not good for health or which makes you look fat. In reality, our body needs certain fats for the benefit of our health. Fats help in blood clotting, balance your sugar level, and improve the function of your brain. Food like vegetable oil, nuts, and seeds contain fat. b)Proteins They are the macronutrients. They help the cell in the body to function well. They form different antibodies and hormones that are essential for the body. It works as a fuel to the cell so that it could function well. c) Carbohydrates There are present sugar in the carbs. Those sugar provides energy to your cells and tissues. They are completely essential for our body. There are two types of carbs i.e simple and complex carbs. Simple carbs are found in white pasta, and white Bread whereas complex carbs are needed for our body.

d)Minerals Minerals are essential as they are known as micronutrients. There are two parts in minerals too. One is the major minerals and other Is the trace minerals.Major minerals contain phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, sodium, etc.They improve in building your bones stronger and maintain and keep your skin and hair healthy.

Trace minerals contain iron, copper, zinc, magnesium, etc. They help in strengthening the muscles and bones in your body. They prevent tooth decay, It helps the immune system. e)Fibers Fibers are the main six essential nutrients that are found in dietary supplements. There are 13 essential vitamins in these two types of fibers that are soluble and insoluble.

Soluble fibers absorb water which in order forms a gel-like substance in the digestive system. Insoluble fibers do not form any gel-like substance but it adds more bulk to your stool. Soluble fibers help in managing your sugar level and lower your cholesterol problem.

Fat solubles contain vitamins A, D, E, and K. Water solubles contain vitamin B-1 which is thiamine. Vitamin B-12 is cyanocobalamin.Vitamin B-6Vitamin B-12 is riboflavinVitamin B-5 is pantothenic acidVitamin B-7 biotin.