Probiotics in Alleviating Depression: Potential of Lactobacillis helveticus and Bifidobacterium longum
This presentation, prepared for the National Association of Nutritional Professionals conference, delves into the emerging role of specific probiotic strains in mental health. Learn how Lactobacillus helveticus and Bifidobacterium longum may offer therapeutic benefits for depression through modulation of the gut microbiota and immune system. Discover the latest findings and implications for nutritional interventions aimed at improving mental well-being.
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