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Although Western studies have suggested a link between high fiber intake and better outcomes, this relationship remains unclear in Japanese populations with different dietary habits. This study investigated dietary components associated with ICI response in Japanese patients with cancer.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>In total, 32 patients with carcinomas treated with ICIs were enrolled. Nutritional customs before ICI infusion were analyzed using a food frequency questionnaire.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Among the 331 dietary items, only vinegar (acetic acid) intake showed an independent association with the treatment response. Higher vinegar consumption correlated with significantly lower odds of nonresponse (P = 0.017). In contrast, total and fermentable dietary fiber intake showed no significant association with ICI efficacy or survival outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Higher vinegar intake is associated with better ICI response in Japanese patients, whereas fiber has a limited effect. 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