Possible Beneficial Effect of Dark Chocolate on Mood and the Gut Microbiota

 "Major depression is a common illness worldwide, with a lifetime risk as high as 20%. The causes of depression have not been fully elucidated, and different mechanisms may contribute1. The gastrointestinal microbiome may play a role in mood disorders, including depression, through its effects on the autonomic nervous system and the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. Increased bacterial diversity in the fecal flora has been shown to have health benefits2. Cocoa may have a beneficial effect on negative mood3 and has been shown to affect the gut microbiome4."

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https://www.naturalhealthresearch.org/possible-beneficial-effect-of-dark-chocolate-on-mood-and-the-gut-microbiota/


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