A study conducted at the University of Arkansas found that supplementing a Western diet with vegetables from the Apiaceae family, including celery and parsnip, reduced gut inflammation and improved bacterial diversity in mice. The findings were published in the Journal of Nutrition. Researchers reported that mice receiving the vegetable supplementation showed reduced weight loss, less colon damage, and lower disease activity scores compared to controls. According to the report, the results indicate a protective effect from compounds found in celery and parsnip. Officials said the study adds to evidence that specific vegetable families may offer targeted health benefits. Study Design…

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