Alteration of faecal microbiota balance related to long-term deep meditation.

Gen Psychiatr January 3, 2023 DOI: 10.1136/gpsych-2022-100893 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central

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Long-term deep meditation is associated with an altered balance of the faecal microbiota, suggesting a potential link between meditative practice and gut microbial composition.

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Key finding	Long-term deep meditation is associated with an altered balance of faecal microbiota.

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Alteration of faecal microbiota balance related to long-term deep meditation.

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