Pectin is a soluble fiber concentrated in the peel and pulp of citrus fruits (lemons, oranges and grapefruits) and apples. Like other foods high in fiber, it can bind cholesterol in the gut, preventing its absorption into the bloodstream. Which is why researchers are exploring pectin’s use -- in supplement form -- as a cholesterol-lowering agent.
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