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[Fiber-type indication among different pathologies].
Rosalía Sánchez Almaraz1, María Martín Fuentes1, Samara Palma Milla1
1Unidad de Nutrición Clínica y Dietética. Hospital Universitario La Paz. Instituto de Investigación Biomédica del Hospital Universitario La Paz (IdiPAZ). Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, España.. carmengomezcandela@telefonica.net.
Dietary fiber intake aids in managing and preventing various diseases, including gastrointestinal issues, cardiometabolic conditions, and cancer. Specific fiber types offer distinct benefits for different health conditions, though more research is needed for precise recommendations.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Gastroenterology
- Preventive Medicine
Background:
- Dietary fiber comprises indigestible carbohydrates reaching the colon, traditionally categorized as soluble and insoluble.
- Fiber intake is linked to managing diabetes, dyslipidemia, obesity, and preventing colorectal cancer and other neoplastic diseases.
- Fiber plays a role in nitrogen excretion and gastrointestinal health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review evidence on fiber intake's role in managing and preventing diverse diseases.
- To identify optimal fiber types for specific clinical conditions.
Main Methods:
- A non-systematic review of studies identified through Medline and Pubmed searches.
- Selected studies meeting inclusion criteria were analyzed.
Main Results:
- Soluble fiber intake improves cardiometabolic diseases (diabetes, obesity, hyperlipidemia, hypertension).
- Dietary fiber aids in preventing colorectal cancer and other cancers.
- Specific fiber types benefit gastrointestinal diseases (constipation, diarrhea, IBS, ulcerative colitis, short bowel syndrome) and conditions like hepatic encephalopathy and chronic kidney disease.
Conclusions:
- Fiber is crucial for preventing and treating numerous clinical conditions.
- Further research is required to establish precise fiber intake recommendations for various health issues.
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