Gut health has become a major topic of conversation when it comes to overall health. But a recent study shows that gut health is closely related to brain health. According to the study, Parkinson’s disease, long believed to have its origins in the brain, may actually begin in the gut.
The gut, often referred to as the “second brain,” plays a critical role in many bodily functions, from digestion to immunity and mental well-being. Gastrointestinal problems are common in patients with disorders of the brain. In Parkinson’s disease, the gastrointestinal tract is compromised, causing constipation, drooling, trouble swallowing and delayed emptying of the stomach. These symptoms are often noticed up to two decades before motor symptoms such as rigidity or tremor.
Globally, the number of people with Parkinson’s disease has doubled in the past 25 years, making it the fastest growing neurological disorder worldwide, surpassing Alzheimer’s disease.
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