• Gut Microbiota, Diet and Mental Health: A Review

  • Mar 8 2025
  • Length: 21 mins
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Gut Microbiota, Diet and Mental Health: A Review

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  • This academic review explores the intricate relationship between gut microbiota and mental health, specifically focusing on anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders. It highlights how imbalances in gut bacteria can impact mental well-being through the microbiota-gut-brain axis. The review further examines the protective role of dietary components, such as probiotics, prebiotics, and certain foods, in promoting a healthy gut microbiome and, consequently, better mental health. Specific bacterial genera and species associated with various mental health conditions are identified. The article suggests that dietary interventions targeting the gut microbiota could offer novel strategies for preventing and managing mental disorders. This knowledge may aid in developing functional foods and pharmaceuticals designed to support mental well-being.
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