Researchers have found a link between depression and bacteria in the mouth. The mouth contains different types of germs, especially bacteria that help us keep healthy. Now a new study has revealed a potential connection between the lack of variety in oral bacteria and depression. This new study can help us better understand depression and find new ways to overcome it. According to BMC Health Health, a new study has shown that people with depression typically have less variety of germs in the mouth. The data obtained suggest that the variety of oral microbiams is negatively correlated with depressive symptoms.
Analyzing how depression binds to the defeat of the mouth
Depression is a serious and common mental health disorder affecting millions worldwide. The new study studied the link between depression and the variety of microbiams using national health and nutrition data (Nhanes). The study seeks to solve the current gap of knowledge and potentially identify new therapeutic goals of depression. Understanding the connection between the microbiat of the oral cavity and depression can lead to innovative approaches to managing this complex mental health disorder. Oral microbial is a community of bacteria in the mouth that helps in our immune system and overall health. Changes in our mouth microbiam were associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes and gastrointestinal disorders. Some studies suggest that this may also be related to mood disturbances.
Methods used by researchers
The study analyzed the data of the National Health and Food Survey (2009-2012) to study the connection between depression and variety of oral microbiams. The study involved the study of the variety of bacteria in the mouth and its potential connection with the symptoms of depression. Researchers used a sequence of genes for the prevention of oral cavity, given smoking, alcohol intake and oral treatment. They also found differences in different gender and racial groups.
The final analysis of the study
NHANES data covered the periods of 2009-2010 and 2011-2012; and the inclusion criteria were:(1) participants aged 18 or older(2) filled the PHQ-9 questionnaire(3) participated in the collection of oral cavity microbialThe final analysis of the study included 1518 participants, with an average age of 42.2 years. Those who suffer from depression are most likely younger than 60, women, obese, smokers and have conditions such as hypertension or diabetes.Also Read Communication between coffee and healthy aging: what is said in research
