Scientists say your gut may be shaping your mood more than you realise, as doctors warn that poor digestion, stress, and ...

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Not all brain cells are found in the brain. 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.

Brain cells are increasingly being found outside the brain, and now researchers have identified specific neurons in the abdomen that control some aspects of digestion. Not all brain cells are found in ...

Cognitive decline is not your destiny. You can improve your brain function through small steps taken every day. Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain by gastroenterologist and health advocate Dr. Partha ...

A recent study published in the journal MedComm reviewed the potential role of the gut microbiota-brain axis (GBA) in neurological disorders. Microbiota is a crucial determinant of human health and ...

In recent years, research has increasingly pointed to an extraordinary connection between gut health and mental well-being. Once thought to be separate, scientists now recognize that the digestive ...

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 ...

Scientists led by the Institute of Nanotechnology in Italy, in collaboration with the ESRF, the European Synchrotron in Grenoble, France, have discovered how X-ray micro- and nano- tomography can ...

In recent years, the gut-brain connection has emerged as a top topic when it comes to brain health. Breakthroughs in research have revealed that the gut contains an extensive network of neurons and ...

Functional abdominal pain disorders cause significant stress in children, driving high care use. New guidelines urge ...