die Ballaststoffe
Translation
dietary fibre, roughage
Examples
Vollkornbrot enthält viele Ballaststoffe.
Wholemeal bread contains a lot of dietary fibre.
Ballaststoffe sind wichtig für die Verdauung.
Dietary fibre is important for digestion.
Grammar Patterns
to be rich in Ballaststoffe ((in sth.)) Vegetables are rich in dietary fibre.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Faserstoffe (fibrous materials)
Etymology
From 'Ballast' (ballast, burden) and 'Stoffe' (substances). Historically, they were considered useless 'burden substances' in food.
Memory Tips
Think of them as 'ballast substances' that weigh down food but help clean out the digestive system.