A carbohydrate-active enzyme (CAZy) profile links successful metabolic specialization of Prevotella to its abundance in gut microbiota

Abstract Gut microbiota participates in diverse metabolic and homeostatic functions related to health and well-being. Its composition varies between individuals, and depends on factors related to host and microbial communities, which need to adapt to utilize various nutrients present in gut environm...

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Main Authors: Juhani Aakko, Sami Pietilä, Raine Toivonen, Anne Rokka, Kati Mokkala, Kirsi Laitinen, Laura Elo, Arno Hänninen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2020-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-69241-2