Certain diets produce varying changes within the body and the mind. The bacteria in the gut is intimately linked to the rest of our body, including the brain, so that what we eat can physically change the neurotransmitters that control our mood and emotions.

Of course, the bacteria that break down our food also send it throughout the body to be absorbed by our muscles and organs. And of those organs are the lungs, the essential tools for bringing oxygen in and sending carbon dioxide packing. Given their essential role, problems with the lungs can be very life-threatening, which is why new research showing that a diet rich in fiber can fight lung disease is an important development:

Fiber-rich foods are known to lower blood sugar, cut cholesterol, prevent constipation and even ward off colon cancer. Now, a new research links intake of fiber in right amount to lower risk of developing lung disease.

Lead author Corrine Hanson said that lung disease is an important public health problem, so it’s important to identify modifiable risk factors for prevention. However, beyond smoking very few preventative strategies have been identified. Increasing fiber intake may be a practical and effective way for people to have an impact on their risk of lung disease.

This, plus the previous research on the health benefits of fiber, make for a convincing case in eating more fiber rich foods such as oats, broccoli, cabbage, and berries. Check out the full post for more details.

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