Influence of Dietary Fiber and herbal supplements on Certain Health Issues: A review
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Dietary fiber, herbal supplements, inflammatory bowel, antioxidant, Diabetes.Abstract
Dietary fiber is the fraction of plant-based foods that can't be digested, while herbal supplements are critical in enhancing well-being and preventing chronic diseases. This paper looks at their effect on health at torities that include cases of cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and disturbances of the gastrointestinal tract. The evidence synthesis is based on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and observational and clinical studies. Among the main results obtained were the effects of soluble and insoluble fibers on digestive health and prevention of chronic diseases together with the therapeutic functions of herbal adjunct drugs such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulating drugs. Dietary fiber and herbal supplements appear to be beneficial; however, their combined efforts with medications need to be exercised with care. It is also indicated that there is a need for future studies of these supplements using standardized protocols with more extended follow-up periods to ascertain the above postulation and the precise parameters for converting to routine diets.
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