The gut microbiome has a profound influence on host physiology, including energy metabolism, which is the process by which energy from nutrients is transformed to other forms of energy to be used by the body. This involves energy harvest through the production of short-chain fatty acids by fermentation of dietary fiber. The authors in this study review the evidence from human trials exploring the relationship between the gut microbiome and energy metabolism and identify gaps and opportunities to facilitate the development of recommendations for modulating energy metabolism through gut microbiome. They further stress on longitudinal observational studies and randomized controlled trials to be conducted, that could potentially help the therapeutic avenues and specific dietary recommendations to improve energy metabolism through gut microbiome modulation.
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Published On: /04/2023
