Shift in gut bacteria observed in fiber supplement study may offer good news for weight loss
Wednesday, November 19, 2014 - 14:31
in Health & Medicine
Most Americans don't get the daily recommended amount of fiber in their diet, though research has shown that dietary fiber can cause a shift in the gut toward beneficial bacteria, reducing the risk of colon cancer, type 2 diabetes, and other diseases. A new study shows that two specific functional fibers may also have the potential to assist in weight loss when made part of a long-term, daily diet.