probiotic · for low mood
Lactobacillus helveticus R0052 + Bifidobacterium longum R0175
Proposed to work through the gut-brain connection, influencing stress hormones and mood.
Say that in clinical terms
Proposed to act via the gut-brain axis, modulating vagal signaling, inflammatory markers, and stress-hormone regulation thought to influence mood.
How strong is the research?
Mixed evidence
An 8-week trial in adults with low mood, none on psychiatric medication.
Industry funded
2 papers read, 1 supporting, 1 against.
Tested as: 3 billion CFU/day (1.5 g sachet) for 30 days in the positive trial; unspecified but comparable dose for 8 weeks in the negative trial
Who was studied: Generally healthy adults who were only mildly low to begin with.
How much to take
3 billion_CFU
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