Early Parkinson’s warning signs may be hiding in the gut, study findsSpecific bacteria in the gut could predict a person’s risk of developing Parkinson’s disease years before symptoms appear, new research suggests. (iStock)
Those who reported eating a more diverse and balanced diet were less likely to have microbiome patterns associated with higher Parkinson’s risk, the researchers found. (iStock)
"With an aging population that is living longer, the prevalence of Parkinson's is increasing significantly." (iStock)
The researchers also noted that not everyone with at-risk microbiome profiles will develop the disease, as other genetic or environmental factors could play a role. (iStock)
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