Water and Fibre – The Unsung Heroes of Digestion

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1. Question 1

   Multiple choice

   What is dietary fibre?

2. Question 2

   Multiple choice

   How does fibre help prevent constipation?

3. Question 3

   Multiple choice

   Which of these foods is a good source of fibre?

4. Question 4

   True or false

   Drinking enough water helps keep digestive waste soft and easy to pass.

5. Question 5

   Matching

   Match each digestive health factor to its benefit.

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