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Do gut microbes control your personality? | Kathleen McAuliffe

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Apr 9, 2024
Biologist Kathleen McAuliffe discusses how gut microbes influence human personality, behaviors, and neurological disorders. She explores the link between gut bacteria and mood, weight, and mental health, as well as their impact on neuropsychiatric conditions like ADHD, OCD, and Parkinson's disease. The ongoing research in this field highlights the potential for microbiota-based treatments and the promising future of gut bacteria research.
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