Study on the Effects of Hawthorn Products on Gut Microbiota

Abstract

This study investigates the effects of hawthorn products on gut microbiota, aiming to reveal their potential health benefits. By administering hawthorn products to experimental animals and analyzing changes in gut microbiota using high-throughput sequencing technology, the results show that hawthorn products significantly improved gut microbiota diversity, promoted the growth of beneficial bacteria, and inhibited the proliferation of harmful bacteria. Additionally, hawthorn products enhanced the production of short-chain fatty acids, further supporting their beneficial effects on gut health. This study provides scientific evidence for the application of hawthorn products in functional foods and offers new perspectives for future gut health research.