Almost 40% of Americans say their daily lives are affected by their bowel habits so Dr. Trisha Pasricha, author and a director of gut-brain research, joins TODAY to break down why gut health is so ...

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 ...

New insights into the gut-brain connection suggest that what you eat may directly influence your mood, focus, stress levels, ...

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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 ...

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 ...

Ever feel your stomach tighten when you’re anxious? That’s no coincidence — your gut and brain constantly talk to each other through nerves, hormones, and microbes. When anxiety hits, digestion shifts ...

Talk about a gut-brain connection. Scientists have long known about the link between our stomachs and our brains, warning ...

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 ...

Explore the connection between your gut and your brain and how it impacts your health. Join award-winning gastroenterologist and neuroscientist Dr. Emeran Mayer to explore the vital connection between ...

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 ...

That knot in your stomach during a job interview isn’t just in your head—it’s the result of an intense biological dialogue happening between your brain and digestive system. While you’re busy ...