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A study highlights a possible link with the development of autism…
What if the mother’s womb were much more than just a nest for the unborn baby? Scientists have just discovered a surprising mechanism: the mother’s gut microbiota, and more specifically an immunological molecule, could influence the child’s neurological development. This discovery reignites the search for an understanding of autism spectrum disorders.
In recent years, science has continually rediscovered the importance of our gut. This veritable “second brain” is home to trillions of bacteria that constantly communicate with our bodies. Today, a new study takes this a step further, focusing on a key period: pregnancy . What if the expectant mother’s gut microbiota could, from the very beginning, influence her child’s brain development?