butyrate
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, butyrate has not yet been heard in an analyzed podcast episode.
Butyric acid, also known under the systematic name butanoic acid, is a straight-chain alkyl fatty acid with the chemical formula CH3CH2CH2COOH. It is an oily, colorless liquid with an unpleasant odor. Isobutyric acid is an isomer. Salts and esters of butyric acid are known as butyrates or butanoates. The acid does not occur widely in nature, but its esters are widespread. It is a common industrial chemical and an important component in the mammalian gut.
| Field | Biochemistry/Nutrition |
|---|---|
| Domain | Biochemistry |
What is butyrate mentioned alongside?
butyrate is most often mentioned alongside Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and oxidative stress.
Mentioned together: Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, oxidative stress, mitochondrial biogenesis, brown fat, heat shock proteins, glymphatic system, endotoxins, insulin sensitivity, endurance exercise