Anxiety (2)

Anxiety symptoms are common in people with mental diseases and a variety of physical disorders, especially in disorders that are related to stress.

Previous studies have shown that as many as a third of people will be affected by anxiety symptoms during their lifetime.

Research has indicated that gut microbiota can help regulate brain function through something called the “gut-brain connection.”

The gut-brain connection is a two-way communication system between your gut and your brain. 

This connection affects your digestion, mood, and the way you think.

It’s the reason why you may get stomach cramps when you're stressed.

There is increasing evidence that improving the health of your gut microbiome could help reduce symptoms of mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.

Probiotics are "good" or "friendly" bacteria that can help restore the natural balance of gut bacteria and promote gut health.

Prebiotics are a type of fibre that can’t be digested by your body. Instead, they feed the good bacteria in your gut and help them to grow.

References:

Ansari, F., Pourjafar, H., Tabrizi, A., & Homayouni, A. (2020). The effects of probiotics and prebiotics on mental disorders: a review on depression, anxiety, Alzheimer, and autism spectrum disorders. Current pharmaceutical biotechnology, 21(7), 555-565.

Liu, R. T., Walsh, R. F., & Sheehan, A. E. (2019). Prebiotics and probiotics for depression and anxiety: A systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled clinical trials. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 102, 13-23.