Consumption of Fructans or Fructo-Oligosaccharides (FOS) Has Been Shown to Soften

question 54

True/False

Consumption of fructans or fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) has been shown to soften feces and to assist in relieving constipation.

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Definitions:

Spinal Reflexes

Automatic responses to stimuli that are mediated by the spinal cord, bypassing the brain's involvement.

Painful Stimulus

A stimulus that is physically uncomfortable or hurtful, often triggering a reflexive withdrawal or response to stop the pain.

Motor Response

The physical reaction of the body to a stimulus, involving movement of muscles.

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord.