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Mind gut harmony: psychobiotics effects on the gut-brain axis and harnessing its effects for the mental health
Psychobiotics and their effects on the gut-brain connection for mental health
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Abstract
The microbiota-gut-brain axis could be a promising target for treating central nervous system diseases.
- Increasing literature suggests a connection between gut microbiome and overall health.
- Probiotics may improve health by modulating the microbiota within the gut-brain axis.
- Psychobiotics, a type of probiotic, could enhance gastrointestinal function and alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression.
- Some psychobiotic strains are associated with reduced inflammation and cortisol levels.
- Potential effective treatments for neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental illnesses include psychobiotics.
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