ZOE Science & Nutrition How your gut affects your mental health
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Nov 10, 2022 In this insightful discussion, John Cryan, a renowned professor at University College Cork, unravels the captivating connection between our guts and mental health. He shares groundbreaking research showing how gut bacteria influence our mood and behavior. Discover the potential of fecal transplants and the crucial role of dietary changes—like increasing fiber and fermented foods—in enhancing mental well-being. Learn how nurturing our microbiome could be key to not just improving mental health but also shaping our behaviors and social interactions.
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Gut-Brain Connection
- Your gut microbes may be affecting your mood, brain speed, and even brain aging.
- A study on mice demonstrated a relationship between gut and brain, suggesting similar effects in humans.
Mice and Microbiota
- Scientists conducted fecal microbiota transplants from humans to mice.
- The mice showed behavioral changes, like loss of joy from food, proving a gut-brain link.
Microbiome Gut-Brain Axis
- The gut-brain axis explains how gut signals influence brain function.
- Microbes are key players in this axis, impacting brain development and function.