Gut-derived sugars: A potential game-changer for weight management and diabetes

Gut-derived sugars: A potential game-changer for weight management and diabetes

Source: News-Medical.Net

Gut bacteria-produced exopolysaccharides (EPS) help regulate metabolism by modulating gut microbiota, promoting SCFA production, and improving glucose homeostasis. S. salivarius, a key EPS producer, shows potential for obesity and diabetes intervention.

Scientists uncover how gut bacteria’s sugar-derived compounds influence metabolism, helping control blood sugar, reduce fat accumulation, and pave the way for new probiotic therapies.
Study: Sucrose-preferring gut microbes prevent host obesity by pro… [7867 chars]

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