# Microbial Metabolites in Food Biotechnology { "id": "T12489", "title": "Microbial Metabolites in Food Biotechnology", "url": "/topics/T12489", "kind": "topic-directory", "aeo_cohort": "topic-directory", "provider": "openalex", "revision": "29df0c12b656d66d", "catalogue_revision": "f050b5d4780b1289", "numeric_address": "38351259987781386", "address_version": "morton4x16-v1", "coordinates": [ 4, 29, 2916, 12489 ], "answer_status": "Directory metadata; local answer requires separate source review", "truth_status": "Subject descriptor, not a factual answer or a demonstrated knowledge gap" } This cluster of papers explores the role of fructans, such as inulin and oligofructose, in nutrition and health. It covers their impact on gut microbiota, calcium absorption, immune modulation, and their potential as prebiotics and dietary fiber. The papers also discuss the health benefits and applications of fructans in functional foods. Directory metadata is not a factual answer or evidence of a global knowledge gap. Source: https://openalex.org/T12489 No owner-reviewed local answer yet.