Short-Chain Fatty Acids and Gut Health
See why increasing short-chain fatty acid production with prebiotics could be important in supporting our health.
One of the mechanisms by which gut microbiota impacts human health is its capacity to produce metabolites.
Our diet is a key factor in driving gut microbiota composition and microbial metabolites, including the most important ones, short-chain fatty acids.
The microbial conversion of dietary fiber and non-digestible carbohydrates such as prebiotics* in the gut results in the synthesis of these short-chain fatty acids.
Watch the video to learn why data suggests that increasing short-chain fatty acid production with prebiotics* could be a valuable strategy in supporting our health.
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*The scientific definition of a prebiotic is “A substrate that is selectively utilized by host microorganisms conferring a health benefit.” Gibson, GR., et al. Expert consensus document: The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) consensus statement on the definition and scope of prebiotics. Nat Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2017 Aug;14(8): 491–502. Whether the claim prebiotic can be used on consumer products depends on local legislation.