Describe how microbial communities in the body could influence brain and mental health states. Then, describe how brain and mental health states could influence microbial communities in the body. In what ways might these promote health and/or disease?
Gut health is connected to diarrhea, vomiting, and constipation. All of these symptoms are uncomfortable and undesirable. Being sick has a negative impact on mental health – it can be embarrassing and make you feel like disconnecting from other people. That is more of a social factor but I do believe that the precursor emotional components stem off of the physical discomfort that accompanies being sick with gastrointestinal issues.
