Stress has always been an ugly word, and for good reason. In addition to causing people headaches and sleeplessness, ongoing ...

A large meta-analysis suggests fecal microbiota transplantation may help reduce depressive symptoms, especially in patients ...

A new study reveals that the protein Reelin may hold the key to treating both “leaky gut” and major depressive disorder.

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 ...

What if a protein could be injected to help heal both "leaky gut" and severe depression? New research from the University of Victoria (UVic), published in Chronic Stress, shows that a glycoprotein ...

Valerie Taylor studies the link between our gut health and mental health. She said gut microbes, the brain, and central nervous system can influence one another via the "gut-brain axis." Her tips for ...

So, what changes does Prof Spector recommend we implement? Eat 30 plants a week, eat foods that are all different colours of ...

The explosion of knowledge revealing the role of the gut microbiome in regulating brain function and behaviour represents an exciting new frontier in Translational Psychiatry. Leveraging new ...

A closer look at the link between gut bacteria and postpartum depression. Conventional wisdom used to have it that the postpartum period was a joyous, magical time for all mothers—maybe with a dash of ...

Addiction doesn’t arise in isolation. For many individuals, it follows years of emotional adversity, trauma, nutrient depletion, and gut dysfunction. People experiencing addiction often eat poorly or ...