Plant Proteins and Fiber Cooperate to Prevent Gut Bacteria from Consuming Mucus
New research from Princeton University reveals that indigestible plant proteins, termed Prif, work alongside dietary fiber to influence gut bacteria. This interaction shifts microbial activity toward producing beneficial metabolites while preventing bacteria from consuming the protective mucus lining of the intestines. Additionally, studies show that the human body can produce certain metabolites previously attributed exclusively to gut microbes, challenging current assumptions about microbiome therapy.