Mental health and gut health are closely linked through the gut-brain axis—a two-way communication system between the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract. The gut microbiome, which is the community of bacteria living in the digestive system, plays a key role in this relationship. It helps regulate mood, stress response, and cognitive function by influencing the production of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. Disruptions in gut health, such as an imbalance in gut ba