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Postbiotic could reduce the risk of brain damage after a concussion

Science | 2026-08-18 at 12:00 UTC | Source: www.newscientist.com
Giving mice a byproduct produced by gut bacteria reduced their risk of severe brain damage and cognitive difficulties after a traumatic brain injury
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