Fiber in the diet - will strengthen the immune system

The content of fat in the diet is directly linked to allergies, asthma, autoimmune diseases, experts believe
This relationship works through bacteria living in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) of people, writes The Sydney Morning Herald.

As Professor Charles Mackay from Monash University, in the West in the diet of people have little fat and a lot of processed foods. It is fraught with the weight gain and the occurrence of associated complications. When Mackay compared microbiome African and Italian children, he identified key differences in its composition. So rare asthma and allergies among children in Africa. Moreover, their microbiome has been the most diverse and had a specific bacteria that break down cellulose, which are produced as a result of short chain fatty acids.

These connections are essential for the maintenance of the digestive tract and immune system are normal. Specifically, fatty acids have anti-inflammatory effects, retain the intestinal lining to prevent seepage of bacteria through the intestinal wall. If bacteria enter the blood, soaking, may develop a number of diseases, including diabetes type 1. Moreover, from the fatty acids can have more fiber than from the oil.