Study describes how psychological stress can alter gut microbiome, increase risk of disease
A study published in Cell Stem Cell reveals that psychological stress can alter the gut microbiome in mice, leading to accelerated aging of blood-forming stem cells. The research identifies a brain-gut-bone marrow axis that links chronic stress to an increased risk of diseases like heart disease and diabetes.
Why it matters
Understanding the biological pathways between stress and systemic health could lead to new therapeutic approaches for stress-related chronic illnesses.
A study describes a mechanism in mice through which psychological stress can alter gut microbiome and thereby can increase risk of health conditions including heart disease and diabetes.
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