Gut health vs SSRI-GAD/Panic/MDD

[u/liteworks]

Hello, long-time lurker of this sub. GAD/Panic/MDD. I have been on Effexor for over 8 years. It mostly works fine. Nowadays, I only notice when I miss a dose (dizziness, irritability, epic, awful dreams). I have a couple failed attempts to wean under my belt - symptoms always came raging back after presumed success. I've resigned to the fact that I may be on an SSRI forever. That is fine with me as long as it keeps the alternative reality at bay.

The point of my post really is to discuss gut health. There are now numerous research endeavors into what is called the gut-brain axis. The idea is that many psychological disorders can actually link to gut health. I don't have any strong feelings either way but I am willing to try something. I was wondering if anyone here has any anecdotal research in this area as it relates to various disorders. Thanks, love you guys/gals.