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Scientists discover gut bacteria that may help protect against autism and ADHD

By Science Daily · Summarized & edited by · 2026-06-02
Scientists discover gut bacteria that may help protect against autism and ADHD

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A major study suggests that some of the groundwork for brain development may be shaped before birth through a surprising partnership between a baby’s genes and gut microbes. Researchers found that epigenetic changes present at birth can influence how the gut microbiome develops during the first year

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