Overview
Psychobiotic blend component for mood.
Mechanism of action
Modulates gut-brain axis.
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
Reduces anxiety
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · Mild GI
Drug interactions
No notable interactions reported.
Supplement interactions
None listed.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Scientific evidence (8)
Probiotic mood RCT
Messaoudi M, et al.
55 healthy adults
Reduced anxiety and depression scores.
PubMed: L. helveticus R0052 — Reduces anxiety
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