ea0094p217 | Metabolism, Obesity and Diabetes | SFEBES2023
S. Olaniyi Olaniyi Kehinde
, E. Areloegbe Stephanie
, A. Olatunji Lawrence
Background: Endocrine-metabolic disorders, especially polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) has been linked with increased risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) among reproductive age and implicated hyperandrogenism-driven adipose/hepatic insulin resistance (IR). Gut microbial metabolites such as short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are crucial modulators of metabolic regulation. However, the impact of SCFAs, in particular, acetate on hyperandrogenism and/...