Diarrhea getting you down? Tummy pain cramping your social life? The influence of the gut microbiome on mental health could be more than symptomatic.
If we suffer with digestive disorders, it makes sense that ongoing digestive symptoms may impact mood by reducing quality of life.
Research indicates that many people with mental health or neurological conditions also report co-occurring digestive issues.
Research has also linked changes in the gut microbiome to conditions such as depression and anxiety, and even disorders such as autism, alzheimer’s and schizophrenia
How is it possible that our gut bacteria can affect our mental health?
The connection is complex. As our understanding of the connection between our gut bacteria and brain remains incredibly intricate and continues to evolve, it likely includes multiple factors and pathways.
What is clear is that diet is fundamental to determining the species that make up our gut microbiome. This makes sense as our gut bacteria eat what we eat.
Understand that if given the right condition and nutrient - every cell will rejuvenate, restore and work to optimum - we will feel whole.