Commentary on: functional food science and gastrointestinal physiology and function

In this commentary, authors note that gut physiology and function is a primary target for functional foods, as outlined in the 1998 British Journal of Nutrition review titled “Functional food science and gastrointestinal physiology and function.” This commentary explores the relevance of gut microbiome science and posits that continued mechanistic research is needed to provide a rational basis for selecting probiotics and other biotics for delivering health benefits in foods.

REFERENCE:

Salminen S, Vinderola G, Sanders ME. Commentary on: functional food science and gastrointestinal physiology and function. Br J Nutr 2022; 128(2):179-182. doi: 10.1017/S0007114522001520.