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When you eat certain fibers from foods, your gut turns them into helpful acids that can reduce swelling, protect your gut lining, lower bad cholesterol, and help your body absorb minerals better.

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The study shows that fermentable fibers like those in oats and fruits help reduce inflammation and improve gut health, which matches the claim, but it doesn't directly talk about the specific acids or mineral absorption mentioned.

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