Dietary Fiber is the part of plant materials that our body cannot digest. It passes out of the body as waste moving food along through the stomach and intestines. It helps to prevent constipation, hemorrhoids and other intestinal problems. Fiber has been associated with a reduced incidence of colon cancer. Fruit, vegetables and whole grain products.
Protein provides the body with energy.
It is needed for the manufacture of hormones, antibodies, enzymes, and muscle tissues. Protein also helps maintain the proper acid alkali balance. The daily reference value shown in the chart above, for protein does not apply to all groups. Reference values established for protein are based on age and sex. The Percentage Daily Values that appear on food labels, are calculated based on the Daily Reference Values.