Toxicology in vitro : an international journal published in association with BIBRA

Gut bacteria product indole-3-propionic acid helps reduce fat-related liver damage by promoting cell cleanup processes

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Abstract

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is associated with impaired mitochondrial function and disrupted mitophagy.

  • NAFLD is a growing global health concern linked to liver function impairment.
  • Gut microbiota-derived metabolites may play a key role in the progression of NAFLD.
  • Indole-3-propionic acid (IPA) is a microbiota-derived metabolite that has been associated with NAFLD development.
  • The specific influence of IPA on the process of mitophagy is not well defined.

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