"Infant Gut Microbiome Linked to Future Emotional Health and Mood Disorders"

A UCLA Health study reveals that a childs gut microbiota may significantly impact their future mental health, particularly their risk of developing depression and anxiety.

• The observational study from the University of California, Los Angeles examined the gut microbiota of young children and its correlation with future mental health outcomes.
• Findings indicate that children with higher levels of specific bacteria in their gut microbiome have a reduced risk of developing anxiety and depression (mood) in middle childhood.
• The research highlights how gut microbiota influences communication across the brains emotion-related networks, potentially shaping emotional health from infancy.