Study identifies possible connection to autism development

In recent years, a number of research pinpointed the connection between our gut microbiota and our overall health.

From our mental well-being to how we react to stress and our vulnerability to autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes, the impact of our gut flora is far-reaching.

A recent study published in The Journal of Immunology offers fresh insights into the relationship between the microbiome and autism.
The World Health Organization defines autism as a diverse group of conditions related to development of the brain that affect social interaction and communication.