The Gut Microbiota in Perimenopausal Anxiety: A Novel Therapeutic Pathway Through Diet - PubMed
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- Perimenopause is linked to increased anxiety symptoms due to hormonal fluctuations.
- Declining estrogen levels affect gut microbiota composition and metabolic activity.
- Gut microbiota changes during perimenopause include reduced diversity and increased pro-inflammatory microbes.
- Dietary interventions like Mediterranean diets, fiber-rich foods, and probiotics may help modulate gut microbiota.
- Preliminary evidence suggests dietary strategies could have anxiolytic benefits for perimenopausal women.
- More clinical trials are needed to confirm the efficacy of microbiome-based nutritional strategies.