Expert Briefing: Parkinson's & the Gut Brain Connection | Parkinson's Foundation
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Published 2023-10-12
We know the brain and gut are connected. While stomach or intestinal distress can lead to anxiety or depression, gut-brain connections go much further — new research strongly suggests a link between the gut (the gastrointestinal system) and Parkinson’s disease. Learn more about the gut’s potential impact on symptoms and progression.
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