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Reply to "Stribling & Ibrahim 2023: Commentary to the Editor"
Fandi Ibrahim1, Philippa Stribling1
1Life Sciences, School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Suffolk, Ipswich, IP4 1QJ, UK.
Clinical Nutrition ESPEN
|July 3, 2024
Summary
This narrative review addresses concerns about defining dietary fibre (DF) to prevent harm, especially for functional bowel disorders (FBDs). It emphasizes unified definitions should not worsen symptoms or public confusion regarding DF health benefits.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Responding to commentary on dietary fibre (DF) definitions.
- Learning from the trans-fat history to prevent future harm in food science.
- Addressing potential negative impacts of unified DF definitions on functional bowel disorders (FBDs).
Discussion:
- Importance of a unified global definition for dietary fibre (DF).
- Concerns that a unified definition may exacerbate symptoms in individuals with functional bowel disorders (FBDs).
- Potential for public confusion regarding the health benefits of DF.
Key Insights:
- Unified DF definitions must consider FBDs patient safety.
- Preventing harm is a key motive, drawing parallels with trans-fat lessons.
- Clear communication on DF benefits is crucial for public understanding.
Outlook:
- Recommendations for future DF definition development.
- Need for collaborative efforts between scientists, industry, and regulatory bodies.
- Prioritizing patient well-being and public health in nutritional guidelines.
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