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The Western diet, high in refined carbohydrates, saturated fats, and low in fiber, disrupts gut microbiota diversity and increases the risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome.
Avoid the Western diet pattern, which is high in refined carbs, saturated fats, and low in fiber. This diet is linked to obesity, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome. Instead, focus on whole foods, high fiber, and healthy fats to support gut health and reduce disease risk.
a diet high in refined carbohydrates, saturated fats, and low in fiber, known as the Western diet, is linked with an increased risk of obesity and CVD.
Why this rating
Well-established link in literature cited (refs 8, 9, 16).
Source
Elucidating the role of diet in maintaining gut health to reduce the risk of obesity, cardiovascular and other age-related inflammatory diseases: recent challenges and future recommendations
Tariq Aziz et al. · Gut Microbes · 2024
DOI 10.1080/19490976.2023.2297864
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