Can Humans Digest Tartaric Acid? The Role of Gut Bacteria and Metabolism
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Did you know that less than 20% of the tartaric acid we consume is absorbed into our bloodstream, while the rest is processed by intestinal bacteria? This naturally occurring organic acid, found primarily in grapes, often leads to the question: can humans digest tartaric acid, and if so, what happens to the portion that isn't absorbed?
