Source: UC Berkeley Wellness Letter
Summary:
Dietary fiber has been linked to reduced risk of several diseases
A new study shows that those who eat lots of fiber tend to live longer
Each additional 10 grams of fiber a day was linked to 9% drop in overall mortality and 17% decline in coronary death rates
Conclusion: Eating more fiber is linked to longer life
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