Dietary Fiber and Hyperlipidemia and Cardiovascular Disease

Tovar, Armando R.; Guevara‐Cruz, Martha; Zúñiga, Aurora Elizabeth Serralde; Torres, Nimbe

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-38654-2_10

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“…The mechanism by which fiber improves cardiovascular health is not fully understood. It has been proposed that fiber could modify cholesterol metabolism by directly interacting with pancreatic lipase, binding to bile acids, increasing intraluminal viscosity, intestinal microbiota secreting fermentation products that modulate hepatic fatty acid synthesis, changes in intestinal motility, and increasing satiety that results in to lower overall energy intake [ 238 , 241 ]. Soluble fiber directly affects serum cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels by binding bile acids in the small intestine and increasing their excretion in the feces [ 242 ].…”

Section: A Plant-based Diet and Chronic Non-communicable Diseasesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Plant-Based Nutrition: Exploring Health Benefits for Atherosclerosis, Chronic Diseases, and Metabolic Syndrome—A Comprehensive Review

et al. 2023

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Atherosclerosis, chronic non-communicable diseases, and metabolic syndrome are highly interconnected and collectively contribute to global health concerns that reduce life expectancy and quality of life. These conditions arise from multiple risk factors, including inflammation, insulin resistance, impaired blood lipid profile, endothelial dysfunction, and increased cardiovascular risk. Adopting a plant-based diet has gained popularity as a viable alternative to promote health and mitigate the incidence of, and risk factors associated with, these three health conditions. Understanding the potential benefits of a plant-based diet for human health is crucial, particularly in the face of the rising prevalence of chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis, and cancer. Thus, this review focused on the plausible advantages of consuming a type of food pattern for the prevention and/or treatment of chronic diseases, emphasizing the dietary aspects that contribute to these conditions and the evidence supporting the benefits of a plant-based diet for human health. To facilitate a more in-depth analysis, we present separate evidence for each of these three concepts, acknowledging their intrinsic connection while providing a specific focus on each one. This review underscores the potential of a plant-based diet to target the underlying causes of these chronic diseases and enhance health outcomes for individuals and populations.

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Section: A Plant-based Diet and Chronic Non-communicable Diseasesmentioning

confidence: 99%