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Your gut and brain are in connected via nerves, hormones, and immune signals — it’s called the gut-brain axis
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Stress changes your gut bacteria, and in turn, your altered gut can send anxiety signals right back to your brain
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When your gut bacteria are out of balance (dysbiosis), it can increase inflammation and worsen depression or mood instability
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A damaged gut lining lets bacteria and toxins into your bloodstream, which can trigger brain inflammation and anxiety
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Pro-inflammatory cytokines from the gut increase blood-brain barrier permeability, leading to depression, brain fog, and memory issues
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Certain probiotics restore microbial balance and may help ease symptoms of depression and anxiety, especially alongside medication
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High-protein or high-carb diets influence your gut’s bacterial “enterotype”, which affects how your brain processes mood and stress
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Every person has a personalised microbiome shaped by diet, genetics, and health, but all fall into 3 main enterotypes
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It influences everything from your immune system to your stress hormones. A healthy gut equals a healthier, calmer mind
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Eating mindfully and adding probiotics along with cutting down stress can help. Your gut may just be the missing piece in your mental health journey