Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a prevalent psychiatric disorder with complex etiology. Growing evidence highlights the gut microbiota's role in brain health, with gut dysbiosis observed in MDD patients. This review explores the relationship between physical exercise, gut microbiota, and depression, focusing on exercise's potential to modulate the gut microbiota, regulate the gut-brain axis, and alleviate MDD symptoms.
Publisher
International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Published On
Nov 28, 2023
Authors
Ruiz Martinez, Pedro Borges De Souza, Laura De Araujo Borba, Louise Castro De Jesus, Ana Paula Valverde, Joana Gil-Mohapel, Ana Lúcia Rodrigues
Tags
major depressive disorder
gut microbiota
physical exercise
gut-brain axis
dysbiosis
depression
MDD symptoms
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