There are two types of fiber -- "soluble," if it dissolves in water, and "insoluble," if it doesn't. Soluble fiber absorbs water and turns into gel, which slows down digestion, helps you feel full ...

It can’t be broken down by your body. Soluble and insoluble. Dietary fibre is made up of plant material, in particular cellulose from plant cell walls that your body cannot break down.

Again: soluble fiber dissolves in water, forming a gel-like material that plays a role in lowering blood cholesterol and glucose levels. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water, adding bulk to ...

In fact, there are actually two types of nutrient. “Soluble fiber helps improve our blood glucose (blood sugar) control and ...