High-fibre diet may protect brain and reduce disease risk

High-fibre diet may protect brain and reduce disease risk

Research reveals that eating a diet rich in fibre from whole grains, fruits, pulses, nuts, and seeds can improve health, protect the brain, and reduce the risk of serious diseases, reports UNB. Experts say fibre benefits the gut microbiome, which in turn influences the gut-brain axis– the communication link between the gut and the brain. This connection may help slow cognitive decline and...

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