Muscular System Physiology. Function of Muscle Tissue. The main function of the muscular system is movement. Muscles are the only tissue in the body that has the ability to contract and therefore move the other parts of the body. Related to the function of movement is the muscular systemâs second function: the maintenance of posture and body position.
Carbohydrate and Fiber Counts for Jicama. 1 oz. of raw jicama: 1 gram of effective (net) carbohydrate plus 1 gram of fiber and 11 calories. 1 cup of raw jicama slices: 4.5 grams of effective (net) carb plus 6 grams of fiber and 46 calories. 4 oz. (Â¼ lb.) of jicama: 4 grams of effective (net) carbohydrate plus 6 grams of fiber and 42 calories.
1 The soluble fiber in jicama is excellent for lowering cholesterol as well. 2  It also helps to stabilize blood sugar levels and boosts digestive health. 3  5. 4  One small jicama root contains about 4 milligrams of iron â that amounts to about 22% of the daily recommended allowance.