| Theme | The Gastrointestinal Tract and Appetite Control : Essential Clinical Knowledge | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Gut Microbiota and Appetite | |
| Publish Date | 2016/08 | |
| Author | Mayu Kasubuchi | Department of Applied Biological Science, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology Graduate School of Agriculture, |
| Author | Junki Miyamoto | Department of Applied Biological Science, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology Graduate School of Agriculture, |
| Author | Akira Nakajima | Department of Applied Biological Science, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology Graduate School of Agriculture, |
| Author | Ikuo Kimura | Department of Applied Biological Science, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology Graduate School of Agriculture, |
| [ Summary ] | Altered gut microbiota composition affects nutrient acquisition and energy regulation, thereby influencing the development of metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes. Recent studies claim that gut microbial metabolites are the key factors. In this review, we summarize the relationship between gut microbes and the host energy metabolism via the gut microbial metabolites. | |