Apparently research has proven that there is a link between stomach problems with stress and depression risks. The study says that microbes in the human gut can affect mental health conditions. Could be, there is something wrong with your diet.
According to a professor from UCLA's Geffen School of Medicine, Emerald Mayer, MD, PhD, there are a number of studies that have proven this. Some of them use mice, and some make humans the object of research.
In a 2014 study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, Dr. Mayer says basically both parts - the microbes in the gut and one's mental health - affect each other.
In fact, he said, these two things are enough to play a role for brain health. When a person has a high level of stress or a poor diet (or even both), it can trigger brain problems.
Because when you are in a state of stress, the production of cortisol hormone will increase and can trigger the occurrence of inflammation that interfere with microbes in the intestines. The disturbed microbe then produces a "metabolite" aka a by-product of the intestinal metabolism process, which returns to the brain through blood or nerves. The hormone then stimulates the brain and triggers increased stress.
If you always feel stressed and uneasy, consider your diet. There may be foods that have been interfering with microbes in the intestine.
Change the Diet Pattern
A study published in the Journal of BMc Medicine classified 67 people who had varying degrees of stress. Then the researchers asked them to undergo a different diet pattern, to observe the behavior of intestinal microbes.
After 12 weeks, the group who ate healthy food called decreased depression rate by 32 percent. While the other group only decreased 8 percent.
Researchers also concluded that a diet with a variety of foods colored vegetables, low-sugar foods, and animal fat can help you avoid stress. In addition, you should also include a number of other foods that fall into the healthy category, such as olive oil. In addition to making the intestines better, which means suppressing stress and depression levels, dieting by eating colorful vegetables can also improve the body system.
Well, after knowing the facts, let's start changing your diet. In addition to making a healthy stomach and feel comfortable, eating healthy can also prevent you from excessive stress or depression.
