Shilin Zhao, Suisha Liang, Jun Tao, Ye Peng, Siqi Chen, Hogan K F Wai, Feng-Ying Chung, Zhen Y Sin, Matthew K L Wong, Andrea M Haqq, Wing C Chang, Michael Y Ni, Francis K L Chan, Siew C Ng, Hein M Tun
CONTEXT: Despite recent advances in antidepressants in treating major depression (MDD), their usage is marred by adverse effects and social stigmas. Probiotics may be an efficacious adjunct or standalone treatment, potentially circumventing the aforementioned issues with antidepressants. However, there is a lack of head-to-head clinical trials between these 2 interventions. OBJECTIVE: A systematic review and network meta-analysis was conducted to compare the efficacy and acceptability of these 2 interventions in treating MDD...
January 14, 2024: Nutrition Reviews