Review article: the role of butyrate on colonic function

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Henrike M. Hamer · TiFN

Daisy Jonkers · TiFN

Koen Venema · Pension Fund for Care and Well-Being

Steven Vanhoutvin · TiFN

Freddy J. Troost · TiFN

Robert J. Brummer · Maastricht University

Abstract

Although most studies point towards beneficial effects of butyrate, more human in vivo studies are needed to contribute to our current understanding of butyrate-mediated effects on colonic function in health and disease.

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Food composition and properties Diet and metabolism studies Digestive system and related health

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Published in: Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics

Volume 27, Issue 2, pp. 104-119

DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2036.2007.03562.x

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Review article: the role of butyrate on colonic function

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