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Gut Health Peptides

Meaning

Gut health peptides are a class of short-chain amino acid molecules that are either naturally produced within the gastrointestinal tract or exogenously administered to support the integrity and function of the enteric system. These compounds play a critical physiological role in maintaining the mucosal barrier, modulating local immune responses, and influencing the enteric nervous system. Clinically, they are investigated for their therapeutic potential in conditions characterized by intestinal permeability and chronic inflammation. They are vital signaling molecules in the gut-brain axis.