Bacterial breakdown produces short chain fatty acids

Bacterial breakdown produces short chain fatty acids from insoluble colon that are absorbed directly by the colonic cells. Colon cells derive their energy from butyric acid, a product of fiber breakdown. Healthy colon lowers the risk of a number of medical conditions. For example, colon cancer is a common cancer in the developed countries and has been attributed to low fiber processed foods. In Turkey, chickpea is used for production of fermented foods and drinks. Chickpea is also used as animal food in some parts of the world such as the United States. Other uses of chickpea include the manufacture of non-water resistant adhesives and plywood. Acid exudates from chickpea plant have medicinal value.