Hormonal
Consumption of specific soluble dietary fibers (psyllium, oat beta-glucan) significantly reduces serum apolipoprotein B (ApoB) levels, whereas other soluble fibers (konjac glucomannan) may have no significant effect.
To lower your ApoB and heart disease risk, prioritize specific soluble fibers like psyllium husk or oat beta-glucan. General fiber intake is important, but the source matters: studies show psyllium significantly lowers ApoB, while other fibers like konjac may not have the same effect. Aim for 8-15 grams of these specific fibers daily, ideally alongside a balanced diet.
Two studies did not find associations between dietary fiber and serum apoB, while other seven found the association... Soluble fiber has a positive effect on apoB levels in respect of preventing cardiovascular disease.
Why this rating
The paper is a literature review of 9 studies with inconsistent results (7 positive, 2 negative), indicating moderate but conflicting evidence.
Source
Association between apolipoprotein B and dietary fibers
Almira Devina Gunawan et al. · World Nutrition Journal · 2021
DOI 10.25220/wnj.v04.i2.0010
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