Background Butyrate, propionate and acetate are short chain fatty acids (SCFA), important
for maintaining a healthy colon and are considered as protective in colorectal …

Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), especially acetate, propionate and butyrate, are the end
products from the intestinal microbial fermentation of dietary fibers and resistant starch. It has …

Fermentative organs such as the caecum, the colon, and the rumen have evolved to
produce and absorb energy rich short chain fatty acids (SCFA) from otherwise indigestible …

The objective of this chapter is to provide an overview of our current understanding of the
mechanisms underlying absorption of predominant anions [chloride and short-chain fatty …

In recent years, the use of agro-industrial co-products has significantly increased in pig diets
resulting in increased dietary fiber. It is, however, intriguing that nutrient utilization and …

Background: Butyrate, propionate and acetate are short chain fatty acids (SCFA), important
for maintaining a healthy colon and are considered as protective in colorectal …