Publications by authors named "Karen M R Jensen"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how diet, particularly the inclusion of chicory, affects immune function and susceptibility to enteric infections in mice.
- Mice fed diets high in chicory showed a diverse gut microbiota but weakened immune responses, leading to increased infection rates by intestinal parasites.
- The findings imply that a diet rich in certain fibers, like pectin found in chicory, may compromise immunity against helminth infections, suggesting potential dietary strategies for enhancing gut resistance to parasites.
