Your gut’s ‘petrol’ may be running low: Why butyrate matters

Emerging health studies indicate that young Indians are grappling with intestinal discomfort, with microbiome analyses showing a concerning decline in butyrate levels—an essential short-chain fatty acid. This reduction, often attributed to contemporary eating habits, compromises gut integrity and general wellness.

Your gut’s ‘petrol’ may be running low: Why butyrate matters
Emerging health studies indicate that young Indians are grappling with intestinal discomfort, with microbiome analyses showing a concerning decline in butyrate levels—an essential short-chain fatty acid. This reduction, often attributed to contemporary eating habits, compromises gut integrity and general wellness.