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Adjunctive fecal microbiota transplantation for major depressive disorder: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Cell host & microbe·July 8, 2026·PMID 42309058

Why it matters

For clinicians focused on performance and longevity, this study provides early evidence that gut microbiome modulation via FMT may enhance antidepressant efficacy through bile-acid-mediated anti-inflammatory mechanisms, offering a potential adjunctive strategy for treatment-resistant depression.

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