The American Diet is Critically Fiber Deficient

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Jan 16, 202500:08:43Science & Medicine

A healthy microbiome can prevent disease and obesity. Dr. Sean Spencer discusses how a diet rich in fiber supports our health in various ways. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health...

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