Psychobiotics and the Manipulation of Bacteria–Gut–Brain Signals
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Abstract Psychobiotics were previously defined as live bacteria (probiotics) which, when ingested, confer mental health benefits through interactions with commensal gut bacteria. We expand this definition to encompass prebiotics, which enhance the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. We review probiotic and prebiotic effects on emotional, cognitive, systemic, and neural variables relevant to health and disease.
- Published in Digestion, Gastrointestinal, Scientific Article
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