Do gut microbes control your personality? (from TED Health)
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Unraveling Parkinson's: The Link Between Gut Microbes and Brain Health
This chapter explores the connection between gut microbes and the development of Parkinson's disease, highlighting a specific strain of E. coli that produces a misfolded protein similar to alpha-synuclein. The discussion includes recent research indicating how this protein can lead to brain cell degeneration, shedding light on potential new treatments and the relationship between gut and brain health.
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