Question

Which of the following organs/cells have been shown to utilize the energy provided by short chain fatty acids produced by bacterial fermentation of fiber in the colon? (select all that apply, must have all correct for credit).

A) Colonic mucosal cells

B) Heart

C) brain

D) Kidneys

Answer 1

after bacterial fermentation of fiber in colon Exogenous acetate is produced. most of this acetate (70%) is taken by the liver which is used as energy source and substrate for the synthesis of cholesterol. other organs from the option are heart and kidney which are intake the acetate.

so the correct option is Heart and Kidneys