Microbial Fermentation of Dietary Protein: An Important Factor in Diet–Microbe–Host Interaction

Protein fermentation by gut microbiota contributes significantly to the metabolite pool in the large intestine and may contribute to host amino acid balance. However, we have a limited understanding of the role that proteolytic metabolites have, both in the gut and in systemic circulation. A review...

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Main Authors: Natalie E. Diether, Benjamin P. Willing
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-01-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/7/1/19