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"A friendly, interesting, and up-to-date read on the science of the microbiome and the brain" - Psychology Today
"Compelling, engaging, and informative, this book teaches us why microbes may affect all of our decisions" - Jack Gilbert Ph.D., co-author of Dirt Is Good
MEET YOUR MICROBES
Written by the leading…
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1 author picked The Psychobiotic Revolution as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
The old saying that you can “feel it in your gut” is true. Our gut microbiome (community of microbes) is part of our brain!
Our own bacteria tell us to eat sugar so they can digest it. Bacteria in our intestines make our neurotransmitters that prevent depression and Parkinsonism. They make short-chain fatty acids that strengthen our immune system and endocrine organs.
Now, doctors are developing “psychobiotic” microbes like Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus to treat anxiety and other disorders. This research inspired my science fiction about microbial aliens in the brain.
From Joan's list on microbes and alien minds.
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