roughage

Example Sentences

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The effects of fibre were first discovered in the 1970s, when it was believed that fibre was just "hard roughage stuff" that helped our bodies get rid of waste, explains Whelan.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

Raw honey in its purest form would be the honeycomb which is edible and filled with natural vitamin A and also is a source of roughage.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2023

Therefore, the digestive system must be able to handle large amounts of roughage and break down the cellulose.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

His diet includes mostly carbohydrates, "nightshade" vegetables, MSG, and coffee, for legumes, whole grains, roughage, and a small percent of lean meat.

From Fox News • Jan. 27, 2021

Obstruction colic is very often caused by the feeding of too much roughage in the form of straw, shredded fodder, or hay.

From Common Diseases of Farm Animals by Craig, R. A., D. V. M.