Drinking ketones improves heart health, a new small-scale study from the University of Portsmouth has found. The research is published in the Journal of Applied Physiology. Monash University ...

Fatty acid biosynthesis is a crucial metabolic pathway in bacteria, responsible for producing fatty acids that are essential for membrane formation and various cellular functions. This pathway has ...

Fiber digestion by gut bacteria creates short-chain fatty acids that can directly modulate genes and curb cancer growth Low fiber intake reduces short-chain fatty acid production, limiting their ...

However, the specific mechanisms by which CS affects rumen fermentation, fatty acids, and meat quality in ruminants is still unclear. Therefore, this study aims to build a scientific foundation and ...

They serve as an energy source for maintenance, milk production, body weight gain and performance. Fats can be defined as compounds that have a high content of long-chain fatty acids (FA) including ...

Omega-3 fatty acids are one of two types of polyunsaturated fatty acids. Due to their anti-inflammatory properties, omega-3 fatty acids are considered the healthier type. Omega-3 fatty acids are found ...

Among the key players in this process are lactic acid bacteria. So, what exactly are lactic acid bacteria, and how do they work? What are lactic acid bacteria? Lactic acid is a substance produced ...

STANFORD, Calif. — Inside our digestive system lives a bustling community of trillions of bacteria that help break down the food we eat. These microscopic helpers produce various compounds, including ...

Notable amongst the protective gut species are a group of bacteria called Faecalibacterium, which produce beneficial compounds called short-chain fatty acids by breaking down fiber in the foods we ...