Nutrient Database

Butyrate

fatty acid

Approved

General information about nutrients. No diagnosis, no medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.

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Overview

Short-chain fatty acid produced by gut bacteria. Primary fuel for colon cells.

Research status

Butyrate activates AMPK and is studied in relation to intestinal aging.

Top 5 food sources

ButtergheeParmesanfiber-rich foods (gut production)
Expert consensus: Moderate

Best obtained through fiber fermentation in the gut. Supplemental butyrate (tributyrin form) gaining evidence.