Gut microbial imbalance can impact memory, says study
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- A new Indo-German study reveals a clear link between gut imbalance and brain function, particularly affecting learning and memory.
- Long-term antibiotic use, unhealthy diets, stress, and poor sleep disrupt the gut microbiome, leading to inflammation that reaches the brain.
- Gut dysbiosis weakens the gut barrier, triggering systemic inflammation that affects the brain's immune cells, specifically microglia.
- Overactive microglia due to gut inflammation prune healthy neural connections, impairing memory and learning.
- Modern lifestyle factors like processed foods, antibiotics, and stress contribute to gut dysbiosis, highlighting the importance of gut health for cognitive well-being.
- The study suggests potential for reversing memory issues by restoring gut balance and explores links to neurodegenerative diseases.
- Maintaining a healthy gut is essential for brain health, emphasizing the deep connection between the gut and brain.