The response of short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production to inulin supplementation is reduced in very old adults compared to younger age groups

Rationale: Beneficial SCFA are produced by intestinal microbial fiber fermentation. We observed lower SCFA production in older adults but it remains unclear if fiber supplementation increases production in the aging population.

Source: Clinical Nutrition ESPEN - December 1, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: S.K. Kirschner, N.E. Deutz, P. Haas, K. Duong, S.C. Bischoff, M.P. Engelen Source Type: research