High-protein diets affect gut microbiomes, impacting health and weight loss.
New research highlights the impact of high-protein diets on gut microbiomes and overall health. Undigested protein in the colon can be fermented into beneficial metabolites like SCFA or harmful ones like ammonia and sulfides, linked to gastrointestinal disorders and health issues. A study at ASM Microbe found that a protein-rich diet led to weight loss, reduced body fat, and immediate changes to gut microbiomes, also comparing different protein diets' effects.
June 15, 2024
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