Probiotic foods are all the rage. Already notable for its effect on digestive health, proponents point to studies that show possible benefits in diseases as diverse as autism and diabetes. One interesting study actually derives its information from observance of the Zebrafish. After creating conditions of poor environment, commensurate to what could be experienced by people, scientists used genetics and behavioral study to analyze the fish stress levels, comparing groups using probiotic foods to those not using such foods. Scientists believe the positive findings could indicate similar stress reduction in humans.

Key Takeaways:

• Eating probiotic yoghurts could help to cure stress and anxiety, new research suggests.
• Beneficial live bacteria that are introduced to the body have become increasingly popular as a way to improve gut health.
• ‘Essentially, bacteria in the gut altered the gene expression associated with stress- and anxiety-related pathways in the fish allowing for increased signaling of particular neurotransmitters.’

“Earlier this year, research found that a daily dose of probiotics could help to ward off type 2 diabetes. Danish scientists found that imbalances in the gut bacteria within a person’s gut can cause insulin resistance – thus causing the condition.”

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-3960604/Struggling-stress-probiotic-yoghurt-Experts-say-relieve-anxiety-humans.html