Hypotheses investigated include inflammation, changes in intestinal flora and hygiene factors. Early intervention such as a Mediterranean diet change could reduce the risk of these diseases. Further research is required to clarify the exact connections.
Hypotheses investigated include inflammation, changes in intestinal flora and hygiene factors. Early intervention such as a Mediterranean diet change could reduce the risk of these diseases. Further research is required to clarify the exact connections.
Influence of intestinal health on Parkinson's and MS: New findings from the University Medical Center Magdeburg
The importance of gut health to the human body goes far beyond digestion. Researchers at the University Medical Center Magdeburg have discovered that the intestinal microbiome can have a decisive influence on the development of chronic inflammatory and neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson's. This article presents the latest findings from the research group “Translational Neuroimmunology and Neurodegeneration” led by Prof. Dr. med. Aiden Haghikia described in more detail.