The gut-brain connection is a two-way street. The brain has a direct effect on the stomach and tummy troubles can also send ...

Researchers say your daily cup—whether caffeinated or decaf—could ultimately affect your mood, memory, and stress level.

Co-written with Jai Liester. In recent years, research has illuminated the intricate connection between our gut and brain, revealing how this relationship significantly impacts mental health. Now, a ...

Nearly one in seven people live with a mental health disorder, making it one of the world's most pressing health challenges. Yet despite available treatments, most people still lack access to ...

Recent research suggests a potential causal link between specific gut bacteria, blood metabolism, and the development of ...

While negative experiences during early life are known to disrupt gut-brain axis development, the mechanisms linking ...

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For example, a team at Caltech has identified two distinct types of neurons in the abdomens of mice that appear to control different aspects of digestion. The finding, reported in the journal Nature, ...

The microbiota is your digestive system play a role in metabolism, mood, and even your genes. Here’s how to optimize it for a ...

Dear Doctors: My 22-year-old son is severely bipolar, which impacts his life terribly. I have kept up with the studies that have shown success in treating bipolar with a fecal transplant. Do you know ...