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📃Scientific paper: Bacterial Butyrate in Parkinson's Disease Is Linked to Epigenetic Changes and Depressive Symptoms Ref.: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2022 A contribution that merits attention: This study explores the relationship between the gut microbiome, specifically bacterial butyrate levels, and the progression of Parkinson's disease symptoms, including depression. By analyzing the epigenetic changes in blood and neural cells, the research provides insights that could enhance our understanding of how gut health affects brain function in PD patients. These findings may have implications for developing interventions targeting the microbiome to improve symptoms or overall quality of life in individuals with Parkinson's disease. Read the curated record, source link, and metadata on ES/IODE: https://etcse.fr/7wN ------- Selected for researchers, analysts, and science watchers. Full source details are available on ES/IODE. #parkinson #neurology #neuroscience #research #health