Oats are a rich source of β-glucan, a viscous, soluble fibre recognised for its cholesterol-
lowering properties, and are associated with reduced risk of CVD. Our objective was to …

Despite the lack of international agreement regarding the definition and classification of
fiber, there is established evidence on the role of dietary fibers in obesity and metabolic …

Background: Health claims regarding the cholesterol-lowering effect of soluble fiber from oat
products, approved by food standards agencies worldwide, are based on a diet containing≥ …

Objective The purpose of this study was to review previously published meta-analyses on
the effectiveness of dietary fiber on type 2 diabetes. Methods An umbrella review of all …

Dieting is the most common approach to losing weight for the majority of obese and
overweight individuals. Restricting intake leads to weight loss in the short term, but, by itself …

Dietary fiber has a long history in the intervention study of hyperlipidemia. In this review,
current understandings of structures, sources, and natures of various kinds of dietary fibers …

Dietary fibres are believed to reduce subjective appetite, energy intake and body weight.
However, different types of dietary fibre may affect these outcomes differently. The aim of this …

Elevated total and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels are considered major risk
factors for cardiovascular disease. Oat β-glucan, a soluble dietary fiber that is found in the …

This review examines the effect of β-glucan, the viscous soluble fiber in oats, on satiety. A
literature search for studies that examined delivery of the fiber in whole foods or as an …

Background In previous meta-analyses of prospective observational studies, we
investigated the association between food groups and risk of chronic disease. Objective The …