The public health rationale for increasing dietary fibre: Health benefits with a focus on gut microbiota

Volume: 45, Issue: 3, Pages: 294 - 308
Published: Sep 1, 2020
Abstract
Dietary fibre can be considered an essential macronutrient which feeds our gut microbiota, thus enabling the optimal functioning of this ‘virtual organ’. Recommended daily intakes range from 25 to 38 g/day. However, most individuals fail to reach this target and may consume <50% of the recommended amount. Poor dietary fibre intake is associated with an imbalanced gut microbiota leading to reduced diversity and increased abundance of...
Paper Details
Title
The public health rationale for increasing dietary fibre: Health benefits with a focus on gut microbiota
Published Date
Sep 1, 2020
Volume
45
Issue
3
Pages
294 - 308
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