Butyrate - Weight Management And Gut Health
Butyrate (or butyric acid )is a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) naturally produced by gut bacteria in the lower intestinal tract when they ferment dietary fibre. As a by-product of the fermentation of fibre in your gut, butyrate is known as a postbiotic.
Butyrate plays a crucial role in gut health by serving as the primary energy source for colon cells (colonocytes) and has anti-inflammatory and immune-regulating properties.
Unlike most cells that use glucose, colonocytes (the epithelial cells that line the colon) prefer butyrate for energy, converting 70% to 80% through beta-oxidation to maintain gut barrier.
Butyrate Benefits
Gut Health: Supports the integrity of the intestinal barrier, preventing “leaky gut.”
Anti-Inflammatory: Helps regulate immune responses and reduce inflammation in the colon.
Metabolism & Energy: Helps improve metabolic health by enhancing insulin function, regulating glucose levels and supporting healthy body composition.
Brain Health: Some research suggests butyrate may have neuroprotective effects and influence mood.
Sources of Butyrate:
Dietary Fibre: Found in high-fibre foods like whole grains, vegetables, and legumes (which promote its production in the gut).
Dairy Products: Butter is a direct source, containing about 3-4% butyrate.
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