Rev Neurosci August 2018 PMID 29397391

Gut microbiome and depression: what we know and what we need to know.

Gal Winter, Robert A Hart, Richard P G Charlesworth, Christopher F Sharpley

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The discussions demonstrate strong interest through sharing sources and personal anecdotes about gut health and depression, with tone that ranges from scientific to practical advice. Several posts mention evidence from animal studies and dietary interventions, reflecting moderate engagement and acknowledgment of the publication's significance in understanding mental health treatment options.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the connection between gut microbiome diversity and depression, suggesting general agreement with the publication's findings.

InterestHigh interest

The conversations show a high level of curiosity and enthusiasm, with many posts sharing additional sources, personal experiences, and dietary tips.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts often reference scientific concepts like the gut-brain axis and cite specific studies, indicating a thoughtful and moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

There is recognition of the potential for dietary and microbiome-related interventions to influence mental health, hinting at a moderate but meaningful impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The article explores the connection between gut microbiome diversity and depression, highlighting a bidirectional communication system between the gut and brain that involves neuroimmune, neuroendocrine, and sensory pathways.
  • A key question is whether changes in gut bacteria cause depression or if depression leads to changes in gut bacteria, with evidence supporting both possibilities from animal studies, such as fecal transplants and stress experiments.
  • Understanding this relationship better could lead to new clinical treatments for depression by targeting the gut microbiome, as research suggests that modifying gut bacteria might influence mood and depressive behaviors.]

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Prof. Dr. Salih KUK
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Depresyondan korunmak ve tedaviye destek olmak için bağırsak mikrobiotanızı destekleyin -Kefir, yoğurt -Salata -Turşu https://t.co/KT0l2aaYbA

Apr 22, 2021 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 78,369 followers View post →
Marc Arginteanu, MD
@ArginteanuMarc · X

Gut brain axis scientists are learning more and more about the connection between the digestive system and brain Abnormal populations of microbes in your gut may be associated with depression Sometimes dietary changes (probiotics) can improve mood https://t.co/kMmMO7HEf5

Sep 9, 2020 · 9 likes · 4 shares · 35,362 followers View post →
Félix Martín Santos
@FMSFelizconpoco · X

La #DietaMediterránea también enriquece la calidad y variedad de la microbiota intestinal, imprescindible para tener saneado el eje microbiota-intestino-cerebro, que en la depresión mental parece alterado. https://t.co/W9iCergTuc

Jan 24, 2022 · 8 likes · 2,442 followers View post →
trpdo
@trpdo · X

@AmitEtkin "Gut microbiome diversity has been strongly associated with mood-relating behaviours, including major depressive disorder (MDD)." https://t.co/fL0Rz7Nd1y

Jul 28, 2022 · 7 likes · 516 followers View post →
Salud y Cerebro
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Gut microbiome and depression: what we know and what we need to know https://t.co/iVQ6Ui4Zru Via Reviews in the Neurosciences #Anxiety #Depression #Microbiota https://t.co/giBix0sxqH

Feb 28, 2019 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 1,350 followers View post →
Kelly Nicole Zúñiga Vera
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Oct 9, 2022 · 4 likes · 23 followers View post →

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The paper "Gut microbiome and depression: what we know and what we need to know" by Winter et al., (2018) reviews the current scientific understanding of the relationship between the gut microbiome and depression. #GutHealing #HolisticHealth #Wellbeing #SelfCare #NaturalHealth https://t.co/pU8ZgiyWUg

Feb 16, 2023 · 8 followers View post →
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trpdo
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@AmitEtkin "Gut microbiome diversity has been strongly associated with mood-relating behaviours, including major depressive disorder (MDD)." https://t.co/fL0Rz7Nd1y

Jul 28, 2022 · 7 likes · 516 followers View post →
UltimApe
@ultimape · X

@JCSMJournal @Sighted_N24_ND I cured my treatment resistant major depression in 2018 via gut tweaks, tho weirdly this didn't fix my non-24-hour disorder. > "research in rodents has shown an onset of depressive behaviour following faecal transplantations from patients with MDD." https://t.co/g9Rw0X5nNQ

Jul 28, 2022 · 2 likes · 6,740 followers View post →
Krešimir Vuković
@lupercusvetus · X

@ItsEmilyKaty @samaritans @MindCharity @TheMixUK @NSPCC @PAPYRUS_tweets @GiveUsAShout Thank you for a very useful post! I've had most of these. another symptom rarely discussed is damaged microbiome in our gut which is essential to a healthy immune system https://t.co/dnTZjny8p8

Jul 21, 2022 · 756 followers View post →
Josiah is just floating around
@JT_Grindrod · X

@data_lore @ChristosArgyrop Disrupted gut microbiome can also cause other long COVID symptoms like depression and anxiety https://t.co/BKlqbLRYNe

May 4, 2022 · 1,836 followers View post →
Félix Martín Santos
@FMSFelizconpoco · X

La #DietaMediterránea también enriquece la calidad y variedad de la microbiota intestinal, imprescindible para tener saneado el eje microbiota-intestino-cerebro, que en la depresión mental parece alterado. https://t.co/W9iCergTuc

Jan 24, 2022 · 8 likes · 2,442 followers View post →
StacksofWisdom
@StacksofWisdom · X

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@cryptonym @ImNamedJames @RWMaloneMD https://t.co/RvyaGwHjY0

Dec 7, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 103 followers View post →
Mathew B.Eng
@UK_Engineer_Mat · X

@markoftheD @Flip5ide666 Not just inflammation..gut health too..! https://t.co/fmPU3OnheC (I was pointed at this by a medical academic, apparently not quackary either..!) PS Both improved by a healthy diet, sleep and excercise, right..? (Your mother was right..!)

Oct 6, 2021 · 1 like · 1,377 followers View post →
Isatou Sarr
@IsatouSarr4 · X

Gut microbiome and depression: what we know and what we need to know https://t.co/6NGOZrwqUr

Oct 1, 2021 · 1 like · 47 followers View post →
Feyza Selma Keskin
@FeyzaSelmaKesk1 · X

RT @KukSalih: Depresyondan korunmak ve tedaviye destek olmak için bağırsak mikrobiotanızı destekleyin -Kefir, yoğurt -Salata -Turşu https:/…

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Ferhat Ozturk
@DrFerhatOzturk · X

RT @KukSalih: Depresyondan korunmak ve tedaviye destek olmak için bağırsak mikrobiotanızı destekleyin -Kefir, yoğurt -Salata -Turşu https:/…

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RT @KukSalih: Depresyondan korunmak ve tedaviye destek olmak için bağırsak mikrobiotanızı destekleyin -Kefir, yoğurt -Salata -Turşu https:/…

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Prof. Dr. Salih KUK
@KukSalih · X

Depresyondan korunmak ve tedaviye destek olmak için bağırsak mikrobiotanızı destekleyin -Kefir, yoğurt -Salata -Turşu https://t.co/KT0l2aaYbA

Apr 22, 2021 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 78,369 followers View post →
finglasgoth
@finglasgoth · X

@CephalopodsRule there's been some recent research into gut microbiome and depression as well as antidepressant usage which is really interesting! https://t.co/nl2vrKDh4c

Jan 25, 2021 · 2 likes · 310 followers View post →
Incomico
@Incomico · X

Microbiota y depresión. https://t.co/3YEhlt6XVk

Jan 13, 2021 · 6,178 followers View post →
Sir Aleks (They/Them)
@LinJaneThe2 · X

@amahnke Re Lore 146. Gut health and mental health is now being found to be hugely important. Perhaps Galen etc., we're on to something? https://t.co/Q0rxYsWb4I

Nov 18, 2020 · 134 followers View post →
September Freed
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RT @ArginteanuMarc: Gut brain axis scientists are learning more and more about the connection between the digestive system and brain Abno…

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Marc Arginteanu, MD
@ArginteanuMarc · X

Gut brain axis scientists are learning more and more about the connection between the digestive system and brain Abnormal populations of microbes in your gut may be associated with depression Sometimes dietary changes (probiotics) can improve mood https://t.co/kMmMO7HEf5

Sep 9, 2020 · 9 likes · 4 shares · 35,362 followers View post →
Antonio R
@AntonioRLRL · X

RT @NMCerebral: Gut microbiome and depression: what we know and what we need to know https://t.co/iVQ6Ui4Zru Via Reviews in the Neuroscienc…

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Salud y Cerebro
@NMCerebral · X

Gut microbiome and depression: what we know and what we need to know https://t.co/iVQ6Ui4Zru Via Reviews in the Neurosciences #Anxiety #Depression #Microbiota https://t.co/giBix0sxqH

Feb 28, 2019 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 1,350 followers View post →
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