NF-κB activation is important in the development of the inflammation observed in UC. The SCFA (short chain fatty acid) butyrate has demonstrated anti-inflammatory effects that are associated with ...
Carbohydrates are fermented by anaerobic colon flora to gas (CO 2, H 2, CH 4) and SCFA (acetate, propionate, and butyrate) in human adults. SCFA absorption is critical to normal colon function.