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Harvard Study Reveals Connection Between Gut Bacteria and Depression via Inflammation
A recent study suggests that the gut bacterium Morganella morganii may contribute to depression by triggering inflammation through interaction with a common pollutant.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 12 days ago
Researchers at Harvard have identified a potential link between the gut bacterium Morganella morganii and depression, highlighting an unexpected chemical interaction.
The study indicates that when this bacterium interacts with a common pollutant, it produces a molecule that can trigger inflammation in the body.
Given that inflammation has been strongly associated with depression, these findings could provide new insights into the underlying mechanisms of this mental health condition.