Short-chain fatty acids produced by gut bacteria are mainly derived from the fermentation of:
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Correct answer: Dietary fibers
Gut bacteria ferment dietary fibers to produce short-chain fatty acids like acetate, propionate, and butyrate. These compounds provide energy to intestinal cells.
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