Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Blueberry fiber, derived from the pulp and skin of blueberries, has been investigated for its potential effects on lipid metabolism, including triglyceride levels. The primary scientific rationale lies in the general properties of dietary fiber, which is known to influence lipid profiles by delaying gastric emptying, reducing intestinal absorption of fat, and promoting favorable changes in gut microbiota. Specific to blueberries, a few small clinical studies and animal experiments have evaluated their impact on triglycerides, often in the context of whole blueberry or polyphenol-rich extracts rather than isolated fiber. Some evidence suggests that blueberry supplementation can modestly decrease serum triglycerides, but it is unclear if the fiber component alone is responsible, as polyphenols and anthocyanins are also active compounds in blueberries.

A 2013 review in "Advances in Nutrition" notes that while dietary fiber generally can reduce triglycerides, direct studies on blueberry fiber are limited. Most available studies use whole berries or extracts, and results are inconsistent. There is also no strong tradition specifically linking blueberry fiber to triglyceride management. Overall, the scientific evidence supporting blueberry fiber for high triglycerides is limited and rated as weak (2/5), with most benefits attributed to general dietary fiber intake rather than blueberry fiber specifically.

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