Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet in the Elderly Patient by Antonio Capurso & Gaetano Crepaldi & Cristiano Capurso

Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet in the Elderly Patient by Antonio Capurso & Gaetano Crepaldi & Cristiano Capurso

Author:Antonio Capurso & Gaetano Crepaldi & Cristiano Capurso
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9783319780849
Publisher: Springer International Publishing


– Potato skins

– Vegetables such as green beans, cauliflower, zucchini, celery

– Skins of some fruits including grapes, tomatoes, apples

Consuming fiber leads to the production of healthful compounds during the fermentation of soluble fiber. Moreover, insoluble fiber is able to increase bulk (via its passive hygroscopic properties), soften stools, and shorten the transit time through the intestinal tract. A disadvantage of a diet high in fiber is the potential for significant intestinal gas production and bloating.



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