Is There a Gut-Brain-Skin Axis?

    January 2010 in “ Experimental Dermatology ”
    Petra Arck, Bori Handjiski, Evelin Hagen … Ralf Paus
    Studysummary This study introduces the concept of a "gut–brain–skin axis" where ingesting a specific Lactobacillus strain in mice may reduce stress-induced skin inflammation and hair growth inhibition.
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