The fatty acid propionate helps defend against the effects of high blood pressure, including atherosclerosis and heart tissue remodeling, a study on mice has found. Gut bacteria produce the substance — which calms the immune cells that drive up blood pressure — from natural dietary fiber.

Source: How dietary fiber and gut bacteria protect the cardiovascular system

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