Evidence is emerging that probi- otics, those living organisms found in yogurt and other fermented foods, can do more than improve digestive health. preliminary research has found that some of these bacteria may also have antide- pressant or anxiolytic effects.

A recent literature review in the journal Biological Psychiatry examined the role “psychobiotics” (probiotics that can improve mental health) may have inthe treatment of psychiatric disorders. For several years now, researchers have considered how depression and other conditions affect the gut and vice versa. past studies have shown that people with depression have altered GI microflora, and we all know how stress and anxiety can cause a host of tummy troubles.