Gastroenterology August 2017 PMID 28483500

Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Maria Ines Pinto-Sanchez, Geoffrey B Hall, Kathy Ghajar, Andrea Nardelli, Carolina Bolino, Jennifer T Lau, Francois-Pierre Martin, Ornella Cominetti, Christopher Welsh, Amber Rieder, Jenna Traynor, Caitlin Gregory, Giada De Palma, Marc Pigrau, Alexander C Ford

Mentions

149
Peak: 2 in Jul 2020
across 6 sources since May 2017

Extended reach

16,781
potential audience

Total likes

237

Video views

8,394

Mentions per month

May 2017 – Sep 2024

Where it's discussed

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  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a high level of interest, with posts emphasizing the significance of the probiotic's effects on depression scores and brain activity. Words like 'significantly improved' and phrases such as 'interesting result' demonstrate curiosity and recognition of the study's implications, while references to the study's design indicate moderate engagement. Overall, there's an optimistic outlook on the potential impact of these findings on mental health treatment for IBS patients.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's positive findings, highlighting the potential mental health benefits of the probiotic.

InterestHigh interest

Many posts show high interest, referencing the study's results and implications for IBS and mental health.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts often include specific mentions of the study's design and outcomes, indicating thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest recognition of the study's potential influence on future treatments, although not universally viewed as revolutionary.

Abstract in brief

  • A prospective study investigated the impact of Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 (BL) on anxiety and depression in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial involved 44 adults and revealed that 14 of 22 patients in the BL group showed significant reductions in depression scores after 6 weeks, compared to only 7 of 22 in the placebo group.
  • While BL didn't notably affect anxiety or IBS symptoms, it improved the overall quality of life and reduced brain responses to negative emotional stimuli, indicating potential psychological benefits.

Top posts

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Verdu Lab
@VerduLab · X

Among most cited articles in Gastroenterology! Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome https://t.co/MYHan21Ijx

Jul 31, 2020 · 12 likes · 3 shares · 1,493 followers View post →
Patientmakt
@PatientCV · X

Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome #healthliteracy https://t.co/vV37Oq2utW https://t.co/YIfCn4Z4W1

Feb 10, 2024 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 1,968 followers View post →
Alexander Ford
@alex_ford12399 · X

RT @VerduLab: Among most cited articles in Gastroenterology! Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters…

Aug 6, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,653 followers View post →
Marie Olofsson
@MarieOlofsson12 · X

RT @PatientCV: Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Patients With…

Feb 10, 2024 · 3 shares · 924 followers View post →
mohamed adow
@mohdadow · X

One small study of people with irritable bowel syndrome and mild-to-moderate anxiety or depression found that taking a probiotic called Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 for six weeks significantly improved symptoms https://t.co/q19ACzMoAJ

Oct 11, 2021 · 822 followers View post →
Lorenzo Gutiérrez
@Lojoga · X

@ClinicaNavarra @microBIOblog Aquí un ensayo clínico randomizado realizado hace dos años. Usan probióticos en pacientes con síndrome de colón irritable y depresión. Interesante resultado. https://t.co/qBBbWTKVDO

Aug 21, 2019 · 599 followers View post →

All mentions

Aishling H. Murphy
@Aishling_H_M · X

A trial conducted in adults with Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) showed intake of probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 for 6 weeks reduced depressive symptoms scores #IBS #Depression #MentalHealth Read below

Sep 10, 2024 · 16 followers View post →
Marie Olofsson
@MarieOlofsson12 · X

RT @PatientCV: Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Patients With…

Feb 10, 2024 · 3 shares · 924 followers View post →
Patientmakt
@PatientCV · X

Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome #healthliteracy https://t.co/vV37Oq2utW https://t.co/YIfCn4Z4W1

Feb 10, 2024 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 1,968 followers View post →
Bryan Andrews
@bryandrews · X

Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Pati… https://t.co/IpbnESioOi

Mar 21, 2023 · 37 followers View post →
mohamed adow
@mohdadow · X

One small study of people with irritable bowel syndrome and mild-to-moderate anxiety or depression found that taking a probiotic called Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 for six weeks significantly improved symptoms https://t.co/q19ACzMoAJ

Oct 11, 2021 · 822 followers View post →
Alexander Ford
@alex_ford12399 · X

RT @VerduLab: Among most cited articles in Gastroenterology! Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters…

Aug 6, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,653 followers View post →
Ines Pinto-Sanchez
@InesPintoSanch1 · X

RT @VerduLab: Among most cited articles in Gastroenterology! Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters…

Aug 5, 2020 · 3 shares · 282 followers View post →
Jim Newman
@jimnewmank · X

RT @VerduLab: Among most cited articles in Gastroenterology! Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters…

Jul 31, 2020 · 3 shares · 557 followers View post →
Verdu Lab
@VerduLab · X

Among most cited articles in Gastroenterology! Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome https://t.co/MYHan21Ijx

Jul 31, 2020 · 12 likes · 3 shares · 1,493 followers View post →
Lorenzo Gutiérrez
@Lojoga · X

@ClinicaNavarra @microBIOblog Aquí un ensayo clínico randomizado realizado hace dos años. Usan probióticos en pacientes con síndrome de colón irritable y depresión. Interesante resultado. https://t.co/qBBbWTKVDO

Aug 21, 2019 · 599 followers View post →