Propionic Acid - Propionate: Metabolism and Benefits
Propionic acid (C3H6O2), also called propionate, is a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) found in the intestinal environment. It is produced through microbial fermentation of dietary fiber in the human digestive system. Production and Origin In the intestine, propionic acid is mainly produced by bacteria of the genera Bacteroidetes and Firmicutes....