Roseburia
Description
Roseburia is a genus of butyrate-producing, Gram-positive anaerobic bacteria that inhabit the human colon.
Function
Gut Roseburia help digest the complex carbohydrates found in whole grains, releaseing butyrate which may act as an anti-inflammatory and even prevent colon cancer. Roseburia are depleted in patients with liver disease and irritable bowel disease.