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Column explores the gut–brain connection and mental health

Column explores the gut–brain connection and mental health

A Mind Matters column addresses a reader’s recurring bowel issues and heightened emotional sensitivity, discussing how digestion and gut health may relate to mental well-being. The Clare Champion piece outlines considerations for understanding the gut–brain link.

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Mind Matters with Aisling Battersby: What is the real connection between digestion and mental health?