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A Walnut-Derived Peptide WSPSGR Alleviates Depressive-Like Behaviors in Mice via IDO1 Inhibition and Gut Microbiota–Tryptophan Axis Modulation
Depression is a complex psychiatric disorder with increasing global impact. This study explored the antidepressant mechanisms of Trp-Ser-Pro-Ser-Gly-Arg (WSPSGR), a walnut-derived peptide with indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase 1 (IDO1) inhibitory activity. In a chronic unpredictable mild stress (CUMS)-induced mouse model, WSPSGR ameliorated depressive-like behaviors by restoring tryptophan (Trp) metabolic balance and reshaping gut microbiota composition. Notably, it reduced IDO1-mediated kynurenine (Kyn) pathway activation and corrected gut dysbiosis, including a decreased Firmicutes/Bacteroidota ratio. These effects collectively re-established microbiota–gut–brain axis homeostasis. These findings identify IDO1 as a key target of WSPSGR and suggest that peptide-based modulation of Trp metabolism and gut microbiota may be a promising strategy for depression therapy.
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The Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry publishes high-quality, cutting edge original research representing complete studies and research advances dealing with the chemistry and biochemistry of agriculture and food. The Journal also encourages papers with chemistry and/or biochemistry as a major component combined with biological/sensory/nutritional/toxicological evaluation related to agriculture and/or food.