Research
Micronutrients & recovery
High dietary fiber intake is associated with reduced mortality from infectious and respiratory diseases, likely mediated by gut microbiota fermentation into anti-inflammatory short-chain fatty acids.
Aim to increase your daily dietary fiber intake by 10 grams. This simple change is associated with a significant reduction in mortality from infectious and respiratory diseases. Focus on plant-based sources like vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and whole grains.
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Consumption of dietary fiber correlated with lowered mortality from infectious and respiratory diseases. Per 10 g/d increase in dietary fiber, the multivariate RRs for infectious and respiratory diseases were 0.66... and 0.82... in men and women, respectively.
Why this rating
Based on large prospective human cohort study (n > 380,000) and animal studies.
Source
Strengthening the Immune System and Reducing Inflammation and Oxidative Stress through Diet and Nutrition: Considerations during the COVID-19 Crisis
Mohammed Iddir et al. · Nutrients · 2020
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