Inulin alleviates acute alcoholism in mice by enhancing ethanol metabolism and regulating the intestinal flora
Zhouya Bai,
Honglin Lan,
Denglin Luo
et al.
Abstract:Inulin, a recognized prebiotic with diverse biological activities, has not yet been reported for its potential in treating alcoholism. Therefore, this study investigated the antialcoholic effects of short, long, and phosphorylated long‐chain inulin and the possible mechanisms. An acute alcoholic intoxication mice model was established, with the water extract of Hovenia dulcis Thunb serving as a positive control. The different inulins were used for intervention, and the drunkenness of the mice was observed by a… Show more
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