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A daily probiotic may help relieve depression and anxiety

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According to ScienceDaily, a new clinical trial found that older adults taking a daily probiotic alongside their antidepressant medication experienced slightly greater improvements in depression and anxiety symptoms compared to those receiving a placebo, suggesting the gut microbiome may play a role in mental health.

Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260617032149.htm

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