Modulation of the gut microbiome in Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) subjects. MCI and gut microbiome

Under the concept of a bi-directional gut-brain axis, brain signals influence gut functions and gut microbiota affect brain functioning. We are interested to profile gut microbiota changes of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) patients after practising the mindfulness awareness. Due to the age-related cognitive decline, lowered levels of oxidative stress and inflammatory markers lead to telomere length lengthening. The mindfulness awareness practices could alter the telomere length and modulate gut microbiota in MCI patients.