Abstract
Ethanol-induced epithelial barrier dysfunction increases the risk of inflammatory and carcinogenic diseases. Acetaldehyde, being a key metabolite of ethanol metabolism, is highly mutagenic and cytotoxic, but also has a strong potency to affect the apical junctional complex between epithelial cells. This chapter briefly outlines how acetaldehyde can reach and be generated in the small and large intestine, involving both host enzymes, and the intestinal microbiota. Then, the scientific evidence on effects of acetaldehyde on the intestinal barrier, and possible underlying mechanisms are summarized. Finally, modification of acetaldehyde-induced intestinal barrier dysfunction by various dietary components will be outlined. © 2016 Copyright
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Molecular Aspects of Alcohol and Nutrition: A Volume in the Molecular Nutrition Series |
Editors | Vinood B. Patel |
Publisher | Elsevier Inc. |
Chapter | 14 |
Pages | 171-186 |
Number of pages | 16 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780128010037 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780128007730 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2016 |
Keywords
- Acetaldehyde
- Barrier
- Epithelium
- Intestine
- Tight junction