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Fiber-Rich Diet Cuts Harmful PFAS Chemicals, Study Finds

5/14/2025

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A groundbreaking study in Environmental Health reveals that a fiber-rich diet, especially filled with fruits and vegetables, can significantly reduce harmful PFAS chemicals in our bodies. Researchers discovered that dietary fiber may block PFAS absorption in the gut, presenting a promising way to combat exposure to these toxic "forever chemicals."

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A groundbreaking study in Environmental Health reveals that a fiber-rich diet, especially filled with fruits and vegetables, can significantly reduce harmful PFAS chemicals in our bodies. Researchers discovered that dietary fiber may block PFAS absorption in the gut, presenting a promising way to combat exposure to these toxic "forever chemicals."