A fruit fly deprived of essential amino acids will, within minutes, lose interest in a sugar feast and start hunting for ...

A new, body-wide tissue has been discovered that may provide a new pathway for the gut-brain axis. Surprisingly, it may help ...

When the body runs low on protein, the gut sends powerful signals to the brain that reshape cravings and push animals to seek ...

Digestive symptoms often appear years before tremor in Parkinson’s disease, and growing evidence suggests the gut-brain axis may play a critical role in early disease processes and symptom management.

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 ...

New research from APC Microbiome Ireland, a research center at University College Cork, has comprehensively explored the mechanisms behind coffee's positive effects on the gut–brain axis for the first ...

Losing weight may involve rewiring the gut and the brain at the same time. In a study of obese adults, an intermittent fasting-style diet led to significant weight loss, healthier metabolic markers, ...

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

Regular intake of yogurt, kefir, kimchi, and other fermented food products enhances microbial diversity and may reduce inflammatory markers in some populations. 4 Conversely, diets that are high in ...

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