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Habitual intake of fiber-rich foods, particularly whole grains, may contribute positively to the prevention of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
An improvement in lung function and a decline in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) risk is associated with frequent consumption of fiber-laden foods.
Adequate intake of fiber-rich foods may help guard against peripheral arterial disease in men.
A high-fiber diet rich in fruits and vegetables may help to ward off depression.
Regular consumption of fiber-rich foods may help to cut down the risk of developing periodontal disease.
Cardiovascular disease is less likely to occur in frequent consumers of fiber-rich diets.
Increase in the frequency of consumption of dietary fiber, especially cereal fiber, may help to reduce the incidence of cardiovascular disease in the elderly population.
Habitual consumption of fiber-rich foods, such fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, may lessen the risk of developing cardiovascular disease in women.
A high-fiber diet may help to slash the risk of developing colorectal cancer.
High dietary ingestion of foods rich in fiber may help to ward off esophageal cancer and Barrett's esophagus.
