Astaxanthin Prevents Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease by Modulating Mouse Gut Microbiota

The development and progression of alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD) is influenced by the intestinal microbiota. Astaxanthin, a type of oxygenated carotenoid with strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, has been proven to relieve liver injury. However, the relationship between the gu...

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Main Authors: Huilin Liu, Meihong Liu, Xueqi Fu, Ziqi Zhang, Lingyu Zhu, Xin Zheng, Jingsheng Liu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-09-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/9/1298