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Revisited: Secrets of the gut microbiome

Science Weekly

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The Gut-Brain Connection: Understanding Mental Health Through the Microbiome

This chapter delves into the complex interplay between the gut microbiome and mental health, emphasizing the impact of gut bacteria on brain function and neurotransmitter production. It also examines the vital role of the vagus nerve in facilitating communication between the gut and brain, as well as the consequences of microbiome imbalances on cognitive health over time.

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