Several new studies have highlighted the connection between the community of microbes in the human gastrointestinal tract, ...

An imbalance in the gut microbiome has been found to contribute to inflammation, immune system dysfunction and the production of harmful metabolites.

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Fermented foods are one of the top picks for good gut health. And since good gut health influences the mind positively, you ...

New research finds that certain gut microbes are associated with ADHD. That's good news, because it means that changing your ...

The connection between the gut and brain was discovered long ago, but the role of the gut microbiome in this relationship is still being explored. Recent studies suggest that disruptions or ...

New research suggests a common nutrient, proline, found in meat and fish, might subtly impact mood and increase depression ...

Gut fungus reduces the brain’s preference for alcohol consumption, potentially leading to alternative treatment pathways for AUD.

Despite its less-than-charming moniker, the gut has become one of the sexiest areas of interest in medicine in recent years. While there is a lot still to learn, emerging science suggests a ...

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 ...

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As an MD and nutrition specialist, Dr. Shah has worked to help empower individuals to "save themselves" through nutrition and ...