Imbalances in gut bacteria could be associated with more severe cases of COVID-19, according to a new hypothesis. Some patients who were hospitalized due to
Insufficient Food May Cause Depression, Anxiety Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic - Study Finds
Insufficient Food May Cause Depression, Anxiety Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic - Study Finds
Not having sufficient food at home can be one of the major factors leading to mental health deterioration.
Somdatta Saha (with inputs from ANI)
Updated: January 13, 2021 12:36 IST
COVID-19 pandemic has affected our lives in various ways
The on-going Coronavirus pandemic has affected our lives in many ways. From being locked at home for months to recession and economic slowdown - the world faced multiple challenges during this phase. And what came as a major threat was deterioration of mental health. Social distancing and job loss made people lonely and depressed. While we are trying to adapt to the new normal life, depression, anxiety, panic attacks et al still remain a concern for all. But did you know even insufficient food at home can also disturb your mental health? Yes, you heard it right!
Landmark study uncovers link between gut microbes, good health and chronic illnesses
The findings add to mounting evidence that gut health affects overall wellbeing in ways we don t fully understand.
Jan 13, 2021 12:41:20 IST
A diet that is predominant healthy and plant-based encourages a mix of good bacteria in the gut, which is linked with lower risk of common illnesses like heart disease, obesity and type-2 diabetes, new research has said. The study, published in
Nature Medicine, was carried out by researchers at King s College London, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Harvard T H Chan School of Public Health, the University of Trento, Italy, and health start-up company ZOE. Using genomic samples, blood chemistry profiles and detailed data about the dietary habits, gut microbiomes and metabolic markers in the blood, researchers carried out the Personalized Responses to Dietary Composition Trial 1 (PREDICT 1).