A Scoping Review on the Role of the Microbiome as a Factor in the Bidirectional Association Between Obesity and Depression

Purpose of ReviewObesity is a chronic illness highly comorbid with mental health conditions, particularly depression. Among the factors involved in this association, inflammation is a consistently identified link. This review explores the emerging role of the gut microbiota as a modulator of inflammation and its potential involvement in the pathophysiological processes linking obesity and depression.Recent FindingsChronic low-grade inflammation …