FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 10, 2021·5 min readDefining the Parkinson’s Microbiome Strengthens Links to Gut HealthA meta-analysis study reveals alterations in the gut microbiome may trigger gastrointestinal problems associated with Parkinson's disease. Additionally, the gastrointestinal problems may occur years before other Parkinson's symptoms develop.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 25, 2021·5 min readChanges in Gut Microbiome Connected to Alzheimer’s-Like BehaviorStudy reveals a correlation between the composition of the gut microbiome and behavioral and cognitive performance in mice with Alzheimer's related genes.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 18, 2021·3 min readGut Microbiome Implicated in Healthy Aging and LongevityResearchers identify distinct signatures in the gut microbiome that were associated with either healthy and unhealthy aging trajectories.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 16, 2021·2 min readAppetite Linked to Healthier Gut Bacteria in Over-60sOver 60s with poor appetite were found to have less variety of gut bacteria than those with healthier appetites. Additionally, those with good appetites had more microbes associated with diets rich in fruits and vegetables.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsPsychology·February 2, 2021·2 min readGenetic Contribution to Anxiety Is Partially Mediated by Gut MicrobiomeResearchers identified specific genetic variants and families of gut microbes associated with anxiety-like behavior, including host genes that influence anxiety indirectly.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 2, 2021·5 min readBile Acids May Play Previously Unknown Role in Parkinson’sResearchers found significant differences in samples from the appendix of people with Parkinson's disease, specifically in microbial composition correlating with higher levels of toxic bile acids.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 29, 2021·4 min readSpecific Bacteria in the Gut Prompt Mother Mice to Neglect Their PupsResearchers have identified a strain of E.coli in the guts of female mice that cause them to neglect their offspring. The study shows a direct link between the microbiome and maternal behavior.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 12, 2021·4 min readGut Microbes May Antagonize or Assist in AnorexiaPromoting and maintaining a better gut microbial balance may help to protect against symptoms of anorexia in those with the eating disorder.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·December 18, 2020·4 min readResearchers Identify Bacteria That Promote Metabolic and Mental HealthB. longum APC1472 reduces blood glucose levels and reduces weight gain in mouse models. The bacteria also keep ghrelin, a hormone associated with hunger, and the stress hormone cortisol in check.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 18, 2020·4 min readLiving Environment Affects the Microbiota and Health of Both Dogs and Their OwnersThe living environment has a significant impact on the skin microbiota, but not gut bacteria, in both humans and dogs.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 15, 2020·6 min readAn Avocado a Day Keeps Your Gut Microbes HappyPeople who eat avocados daily have a greater abundance of gut microbes that break down fiber and promote gut health. They also had greater microbial diversity than those who consumed avocados less frequently.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·December 11, 2020·4 min readGut Microbiota Plays a Role in Brain Function and Mood RegulationAn imbalance in gut bacteria can cause the reduction of some metabolites, resulting in depression-like symptoms. The findings contribute to the growing body of evidence for the role the microbiome plays in brain function and mental health.Read More
