Gut lumen targeted delivery of SCFA & MCFA to boost gut health and gut barrier integrity

Short Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs) and Medium Chain Fatty Acids (MCFAs), key gut microbial-derived metabolites, have long been associated with numerous health benefits, from enhancing gastrointestinal function to regulating innate and adaptive immunity(1). Recent findings reveal that MCFAs, in addition to SCFAs, play a crucial role in the regulation of intestinal health(2-3). However, delivering these essential metabolites to the distal parts of the gastrointestinal tract posed a challenge until the discovery of innovative gut lumen-targeted oral delivery systems. EpitheFood® ensures the intact delivery of SCFAs and MCFAs to the ileum and colon, unlocking new possibilities for promoting gastrointestinal health.