The Association between Prebiotic Fiber Supplement Use and Colorectal Cancer Risk and Mortality in the Women's Health Initiative

Volume: 28, Issue: 11, Pages: 1884 - 1890
Published: Nov 1, 2019
Abstract
Background: Fiber-based prebiotic supplements are marketed for maintaining bowel health and promoting beneficial gut bacteria. However, the association between prebiotic supplement use and colorectal cancer risk and mortality is unknown. Methods: The association between prebiotic use and colorectal cancer risk and mortality was evaluated in postmenopausal women in the Women's Health Initiative study. Self-reported prebiotic use was documented at...
Paper Details
Title
The Association between Prebiotic Fiber Supplement Use and Colorectal Cancer Risk and Mortality in the Women's Health Initiative
Published Date
Nov 1, 2019
Volume
28
Issue
11
Pages
1884 - 1890
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