Chain length ‐dependent effects of inulin‐type fructan dietary fiber on human systemic immune responses against hepatitis‐B

ConclusionSupport of immunity is determined by the chain length of ITFs. Only long‐chain ITFs support immunity against pathogenic hepB‐epitopes introduced by vaccination. Our findings demonstrate that specific dietary fibers need to be selected for immunity support.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved

Source: Nahrung / Food - June 6, 2017 Category: Nutrition Authors: Leonie M. Vogt, Marlies E. Elderman, Theo Borghuis, Bart J. Haan, Marijke M. Faas, Paul Vos Tags: Research Article Source Type: research