IMPACTO DA MICROBIOTA INTESTINAL NO DESENVOLVIMENTO DA ANSIEDADE E DEPRESSÃO EM MULHERES: UMA REVISÃO

The intestinal microbiota can positively or negatively influence human health, and hypotheses regarding the influence of the microbiota on depression and anxiety disorders have been raised. The objective to evaluate the impact of the intestinal microbiota on the development of anxiety and depression in women. The methodology is an exploratory bibliographic research with a literature review approach from the Scielo and Pubmed databases. A total of 61 studies were included in this review, including systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and population studies. There is a proven correlation between intestinal microbiota and anxiety and depression in women. As a result, the use of prebiotics and probiotics have been administered in conjunction with psychotherapy, as complementary therapies for these mood disorders.