• 141. The Role that Gut-Microbiome Metabolites, Including Tryptophan Metabolites & Butyrate, Play in Supporting the Gut-Immune Axis | Tools for Supporting Butyrate Levels

  • Sep 20 2024
  • Length: 24 mins
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141. The Role that Gut-Microbiome Metabolites, Including Tryptophan Metabolites & Butyrate, Play in Supporting the Gut-Immune Axis | Tools for Supporting Butyrate Levels

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  • In this episode, we dive into how short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), particularly butyrate, and tryptophan metabolites support the gut-immune axis by promoting regulatory T cell differentiation, strengthening the intestinal barrier, and enhancing antimicrobial defenses through IL-22 signaling. We break down how butyrate can improve immune tolerance as well as epithelial integrity, aiding in the prevention of chronic inflammatory responses. We also detail practical ways to support butyrate levels and aid in strengthening both the epithelial barrier and gut-immune axis. Topics: 1. Introduction - Overview of the role of SCFAs and tryptophan metabolites in supporting the gut-immune axis. - Quick review of the location of immune cells in relation to the gut microbiota. 2. The Intestinal Barrier - Structure of the intestinal wall and layers - Focus on the mucosal layer, specifically epithelium and lamina propria. 3. The Lamina Propria - Structural elements: fibroblasts, extracellular matrix (ECM), and myofibroblasts. - Vascular components: endothelial cells, capillaries, and lymphatic vessels. - Importance of the lamina propria as a hub for immune responses. 4. Immune Cells in the Lamina Propria - T cells: Role of regulatory T cells (Tregs) in immune modulation. - B cells: Production of IgA, class switching, and plasma cells. - Dendritic cells: Sampling luminal antigens and initiating immune responses. - Macrophages: Phagocytic activity, pro-inflammatory (M1) vs. anti-inflammatory (M2) states. - Mast cells: Role in allergic responses, chronic inflammatory conditions, and MCAS. 5. Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs) - Production of SCFAs (acetate, propionate, butyrate) by gut microbiota. - Butyrate’s role in supporting regulatory T cell (Treg) differentiation and immune tolerance. -Butyrate as fuel for epithelial cells and the production of tight junction proteins. 6. Mechanisms of Butyrate in Immune Modulation - Impact on Tregs through FoxP3 expression. - SCFA’s role in maintaining immune balance. 7. Butyrate and Epithelial Integrity - Support for tight junction protein expression. - Prevention of translocation of harmful microbes and antigens. - Reduced systemic inflammation through a strengthened barrier. 8. Supporting Butyrate Production - Sodium butyrate supplementation and microbiome optimization. - Role of fiber, polyphenols, and probiotics. 9. Tryptophan Metabolites - Overview of tryptophan metabolism by gut bacteria into indoles. - Indoles’ role in promoting IL-22 production, contributing to antimicrobial defense and immune tolerance. 10. IL-22 - IL-22’s enhancement of antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) and mucin production. - Case Study: Role of Lactobacillus strains in restoring IL-22 and helping to mitigate colitis. 11. Conclusion - Recap of how SCFAs and tryptophan metabolites interact with the gut-immune axis. - Importance of gut microbiome support for maintaining immune balance. Thank you to our episode sponsor: 1. Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Daily Nouri⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠CHLOE20⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 20% off your order. Thanks for tuning in! Get Chloe's Book Today! "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠75 Gut-Healing Strategies & Biohacks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" Follow Chloe on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@synthesisofwellness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Chloe on TikTok @chloe_c_porter Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠synthesisofwellness.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to purchase products, subscribe to our mailing list, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chloe-porter6/support
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