New research suggests gut microbe imbalances in infants could predict autism, ADHD and speech disorders years before symptoms appear.
A study of thousands of Swedish children found differences in bacterial composition as early as birth.
There’s a long way to go before such screening becomes a standard part of pediatric care, but the findings reaffirm the growing body of evidence that the early gut microbiome plays a key role in shaping neurodevelopment.
https://theconversation.com/gut-microbe-imbalances-could-predict-a-childs-risk-for-autism-adhd-and-speech-disorders-years-before-symptoms-appear-233962
#health #autism #ADHD
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