Short-Chain Fatty Acids: What Are They and How They Affect Gut Health
Professionally Reviewed By Fiona Lai, Registered Dietitian You may have heard about probiotics and prebiotics, but there’s another vital piece in the gut health puzzle called short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs). These naturally occurring compounds are produced when your gut bacteria ferment dietary fiber, and they play an essential role in digestive, metabolic, and immune function…