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.
Definitions for oleicoÊËli Éªk, ËoÊ li Éªk. Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word oleic. Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: oleic(Adjective) Of or pertaining to oil, especially to vegetable oil. oleic(Adjective) Of or pertaining to oleic acid or its derivatives.