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Stroke May 2013 PMID 23539529

Dietary fiber intake and risk of first stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Diane E Threapleton, Darren C Greenwood, Charlotte E L Evans, Cristine L Cleghorn, Camilla Nykjaer, Charlotte Woodhead, Janet E Cade, Chris P Gale, Victoria J Burley

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Peak: 15 in May 2023
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What people are saying

In this collection, discussions reflect a balanced acknowledgment of the study's findings, with phrases like 'more research is needed' and references to specific fiber amounts, indicating moderate engagement and interest. The tone varies from cautious optimism to curiosity about how different types of fiber may influence stroke risk, illustrating a recognition of the study's importance while also noting the need for further clarification and broader application.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings that increased fiber intake correlates with lower stroke risk, suggesting general agreement.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, discussing implications and specific details such as the 7-gram increase, but few engage deeply with the research methodology.

EngagementModerate engagement

The posts reference specific data points, like the 7 grams of fiber and regional differences, indicating a reasonable level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

There is perceived potential impact, with mentions of dietary recommendations and calls for further research, but no consensus on immediate or widespread application.

Abstract in brief

  • Dietary fiber intake is linked to a lower risk of first stroke, based on a review of multiple studies, with total fiber showing a significant protective effect.
  • The analysis found that for every 7 grams of additional dietary fiber consumed per day, the risk of stroke decreases slightly, while soluble fiber alone did not show a clear benefit.
  • There's limited data on how different types of fiber (like insoluble fiber from cereals, fruits, or vegetables) affect stroke risk, indicating a need for future research to explore these specifics and distinguish between types of strokes.]
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Dr Alexey Kulikov
@KulikovUNIATF · X

Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 28, 2023 · 25 likes · 11 shares · 62,997 followers View post →
Global Health Observ
@GlobalPHObserv · X

Dietary Fiber Intake and Risk of First Stroke  https://t.co/xvfI0ZQIc8

May 28, 2023 · 3 likes · 4 shares · 6,547 followers View post →
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM
@hyderabaddoctor · X

@MadhavManoj76 True. However, more research is needed. They are quoting from the following study: https://t.co/xKclgJZbEg

Oct 18, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 96,758 followers View post →
Koushik R. Reddy, MD, FACC, FACLM, DipABLM,LMI
@KoushikReddyMD · X

@agargmd It is interesting to note that none of the groups came close to meeting the minimum requirements for dietary fiber. Relationship between dietary fiber and the risk for first ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke - https://t.co/tt6IP9gxoN

Sep 6, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,944 followers View post →
Alan Watson
@Alan_Watson_ · X

@Bio_chem_Mark19 @IanCramer @ChristianTams @NanciGuestRDPhD @EAllen0417 @TerryExSci @PureEnergyHeal1 @facisback @FoodFirst_Ty @guzmannutrition @DrDavidKatz @langernutrition @rustnutrition @DawnaMughalPhD @MemsRaeRD @POhukainen @RD_Catherine @VanDietitians @SummerYuleRDN Potentially outweighing other dietary benefits of extra fibre (Doi: 10.1161/STROKEAHA.111.000151): https://t.co/yaFZrGt6IB

Sep 5, 2019 · 1 like · 1,472 followers View post →
Sergey Minaev
@sminaev2015 · X

RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 29, 2023 · 11 shares · 31,495 followers View post →

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Uma Mahesh Mudigonda
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RT @hyderabaddoctor: @MadhavManoj76 True. However, more research is needed. They are quoting from the following study: https://t.co/xKclgJZ…

Jul 29, 2025 · 1 share · 202 followers View post →
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM
@hyderabaddoctor · X

@MadhavManoj76 True. However, more research is needed. They are quoting from the following study: https://t.co/xKclgJZbEg

Oct 18, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 96,758 followers View post →
Bayar Jaff
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RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 29, 2023 · 11 shares · 605 followers View post →
Sergey Minaev
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RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

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RT @GlobalPHObserv: Dietary Fiber Intake and Risk of First Stroke  https://t.co/xvfI0ZQIc8

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Ted Grimes
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RT @GlobalPHObserv: Dietary Fiber Intake and Risk of First Stroke  https://t.co/xvfI0ZQIc8

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Lucia Ruggiero EALR
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RT @GlobalPHObserv: Dietary Fiber Intake and Risk of First Stroke  https://t.co/xvfI0ZQIc8

May 28, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,030 followers View post →
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RT @GlobalPHObserv: Dietary Fiber Intake and Risk of First Stroke  https://t.co/xvfI0ZQIc8

May 28, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,095 followers View post →
Global Health Observ
@GlobalPHObserv · X

Dietary Fiber Intake and Risk of First Stroke  https://t.co/xvfI0ZQIc8

May 28, 2023 · 3 likes · 4 shares · 6,547 followers View post →
EDM
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RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 28, 2023 · 11 shares · 279 followers View post →
Latif Patel
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RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 28, 2023 · 11 shares · 2,065 followers View post →
Manoj Mayogi Mishra
@mayogisense · X

RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 28, 2023 · 11 shares · 572 followers View post →
Eng.DUSINGIZIMANA Théodore
@Dusingizimana9 · X

RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 28, 2023 · 11 shares · 134 followers View post →
Jmore Snr
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RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 28, 2023 · 11 shares · 183 followers View post →
Kenneth Connell MD PhD FACP FRCP FACC
@ConnellDr · X

RT @KulikovUNIATF: Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 28, 2023 · 11 shares · 908 followers View post →
Dr Alexey Kulikov
@KulikovUNIATF · X

Study shows eating 7 grams more fiber

May 28, 2023 · 25 likes · 11 shares · 62,997 followers View post →
Koushik R. Reddy, MD, FACC, FACLM, DipABLM,LMI
@KoushikReddyMD · X

@agargmd It is interesting to note that none of the groups came close to meeting the minimum requirements for dietary fiber. Relationship between dietary fiber and the risk for first ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke - https://t.co/tt6IP9gxoN

Sep 6, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,944 followers View post →
Alan Watson
@Alan_Watson_ · X

@Bio_chem_Mark19 @IanCramer @ChristianTams @NanciGuestRDPhD @EAllen0417 @TerryExSci @PureEnergyHeal1 @facisback @FoodFirst_Ty @guzmannutrition @DrDavidKatz @langernutrition @rustnutrition @DawnaMughalPhD @MemsRaeRD @POhukainen @RD_Catherine @VanDietitians @SummerYuleRDN Potentially outweighing other dietary benefits of extra fibre (Doi: 10.1161/STROKEAHA.111.000151): https://t.co/yaFZrGt6IB

Sep 5, 2019 · 1 like · 1,472 followers View post →