Part 1: Conceptual Introduction Tributyrin is a naturally occurring triglyceride formed by the esterification of one molecule of glycerol with three molecules of butyric acid (butyrate). Butyrate itself is a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) primarily produced by gut microbiota through the fermentation of dietary fiber. As the main energy source for colonocytes, butyrate plays a…
Cursus iaculis etiam in Butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid produced in the colon, is a cornerstone of gut health. It serves as the primary energy source for the cells lining the colon, strengthens the intestinal barrier, reduces inflammation, and supports overall metabolic and immune function. While supplements like tributyrin offer a direct precursor, the most…
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when excessive bacteria, often types that normally reside in the colon, proliferate in the small intestine. Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when excessive bacteria, often types that normally reside in the colon, proliferate in the small intestine. This imbalance can lead to symptoms like bloating, gas, abdominal pain,…
