ReviewFrontiers in nutrition2024
Dietary fiber influence on overall health, with an emphasis on CVD, diabetes, obesity, colon cancer, and inflammation.
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56 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- The association between dietary fiber intake and risk of lung cancer: a GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies.Nutrition journal · 2026Pooled it
- A multifaceted lifestyle program for weight loss in overweight adults: evidence from a randomised clinical trial.European journal of nutrition · 2026Trial
- Dietary Fiber Estimate of DialBetesPlus App Users: Secondary Analysis of Data From a Randomized Controlled Trial.JMIR formative research · 2025Trial
- Effect of DailyMedicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2025Trial
- Integrating Fermentation and Extrusion to Enhance Texture, Stability, and Nutritional Quality of Pigeon Pea (Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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- Targeting the Gut-Heart Axis in Atherosclerosis: Microbial Metabolites, Molecular Mechanisms, and Precision Therapeutics.Probiotics and antimicrobial proteins · 2026Review
- Nutritional and Performance Effects of Partial Replacement of Maize With Cassava Root (Food science & nutrition · 2026Article
- Dietary Fiber-Phenolic Milk Tablets Are Associated with Improved Lipid Profiles and Reduced Circulating HMGCR Levels in Hypercholesterolemic Subjects: An Open-Label Pre-Post Study.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Mediterranean Dietary Pattern in Type 2 Diabetes Management: Pathways and Clinical Evidence.Biomedicines · 2026Review
- Gut Microbiome-Hormone Interactions and Precision Fermentation in the Prevention of Early Cardiovascular Risk in Adolescents.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Review
- Dietary Polysaccharides in Skin Health: Structure-Function Relationships and Implications for Nutritional Dermatology.Nutrients · 2026Review
- Dietary fiber in pediatric gastrointestinal health: a narrative review of evidence and challenges.Clinical and experimental pediatrics · 2026Review
- Dietary Fiber and Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists in Obesity Management: Converging Mechanisms, Interactions, and Strategies for Durable Weight Control.Advances in nutrition (Bethesda, Md.) · 2026Review
- The Triangular Interaction Between Dietary Polyphenols, Gut Microbiota and Type 2 Diabetes.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Review
- Self-selected dietary intake and association with achieved caloric restriction in CALERIECritical reviews in food science and nutrition · 2026Article
- Acorn Bread: The Synergy of Acorn Flour, Sustainability, and EU Organic Standards.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- B vitamins and cardiovascular health: mechanisms, clinical evidence, and precision prevention strategies.Nutrition & metabolism · 2026Review
- Microbiome modulating remedies for chronic diseases: a review of current interventions and future directions.Inflammopharmacology · 2026Review
- A Novel Dairy-Beetroot Powder: Microencapsulation Improves Stability and Sensory Qualities While Preserving Cardioprotective Bioactives.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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Abstract
Dietary fiber, found in plant-based foods, plays an essential role in human health. It is divided into two types-soluble and insoluble-both offering significant health benefits. Research has shown that increasing fiber intake can reduce the risk of various chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases (CVD), type II diabetes, obesity, colon cancer, and inflammation. These health conditions are major global challenges, making fiber consumption a key focus for disease prevention. This study reviews a range of clinical trials, cohort studies, and meta-analyses to explore how dietary fiber affects these health risks. By synthesizing data from multiple sources, we found a clear association between higher fiber intake and a lower incidence of these diseases. However, studying the effects of fiber on health presents several challenges. Variations in fiber types and bioavailability make it difficult to generalize results. Additionally, dietary intake is often self-reported, leading to potential inaccuracies in data. Many studies also lack consistency in methodology, and short study durations limit the ability to assess long-term health outcomes. These factors make it harder to draw definitive conclusions about the full range of fiber's health benefits. Despite these challenges, increasing fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes remains a highly recommended strategy for improving health and reducing the risk of chronic disease.
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