Balancing the Oral–Gut–Brain Axis with Diet

By:
Rebecca Kerstens, Yong Zhi Ng, Sven Pettersson, Anusha Jayaraman​
Date:
2024
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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This review highlights the interconnected role of oral microbiota, gut microbiota, and brain health, emphasizing diet as a key factor in maintaining microbial balance. It discusses how oral dysbiosis contributes to systemic conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and neurological disorders, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. The findings advocate for dietary interventions to enhance microbial diversity and promote systemic health, offering a novel perspective on the oral–gut–brain axis as a focus for mitigating age-related health issues.

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