The Two Types of Fiber Fiber is classified by its affinity for water 1. Soluble fiber: dissolves in water and is fermented by intestinal bacteria Many are viscous, have thickening properties Move more slowly through GI tract Examples: Pectin in fruits and vegetables, beta-glucan in oats and barley, gums in legumes, psyllium 2.
Oleic acid is a fatty acid that occurs naturally in various animal and vegetable fats and oils. It is an odorless, colorless oil, although commercial samples may be yellowish. Oleic acid as its sodium salt is a major component of soap as an emulsifying agent.
Oleic acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid also omega-9 fatty acid. Linoleic acid is an unsaturated fatty acid also omega-6 fatty acid. When our skin is deficient in linoleic acid, our skinâs natural sebum becomes thick and sticky which clogs pores and creates acne.