Dietary Fiber, Gut Microbiota, and Health

Dietary Fiber, Gut Microbiota, and Health by Shaoping Nie, Huizi Tan, and Qixing Nie offers a clear, science-backed exploration of one of today’s hottest topics in nutrition and medicine: how dietary fiber shapes the gut microbiome and, in turn, human health.

Begin with a compelling overview of the latest research linking fiber intake to microbial diversity, metabolic balance, and immune resilience. The authors translate complex mechanisms—fermentation, short-chain fatty acid production, and cross-talk between microbes and host tissues—into accessible explanations that matter to clinicians, researchers, dietitians, and informed consumers alike.

Practical case studies and evidence-based insights illuminate how different types of fiber influence microbial composition and health outcomes such as weight management, blood sugar control, and inflammation. Readers gain actionable guidance on dietary strategies, population-specific considerations, and research directions that bridge laboratory findings with real-world nutrition practice.

This book is an essential resource for professionals and students in nutrition, gastroenterology, public health, and biomedical research, as well as anyone curious about improving wellbeing through food. Globally relevant and scientifically rigorous, it speaks to audiences from Asia to Europe and the Americas—where gut health is increasingly central to preventive care and lifestyle medicine.

For a comprehensive, up-to-date reference that combines clarity with depth, add Dietary Fiber, Gut Microbiota, and Health to your library and empower your practice or studies with the latest in microbiome-driven nutrition. Order your copy today.

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