Berry good news: compote may calm anxious minds

This study tests whether a fruit compote made with maqui berry, prebiotics, and probiotics can reduce anxiety and inflammation in 30 university students aged 18-40. Participants eat the compote as part of their normal diet, and researchers measure changes in anxiety levels, stress hormones, and blood markers before and after the intervention. The goal is to see if this simple food can support mental health through the gut-brain connection.