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·July 18, 2022·4 min read

Alzheimer’s Breakthrough: Genetic Link to Gut Disorders Confirmed

A new study reveals a genetic link between Alzheimer's disease and several gut-related disorders. Researchers report Alzheimer's patients and those with intestinal disorders have specific genes in common. The findings add to the evidence the gut-brain axis may play a role in the development of neurodegenerative disorders.

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·June 27, 2022·4 min read

Intermittent Fasting May Help Heal Nerve Damage

Intermittent fasting alters the gut bacteria in mice, facilitating an increased ability for damaged nerves to recover.

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·June 20, 2022·5 min read

Helping the Brain to Heal the Gut

Researchers say using psychological interventions like CBT may help to alleviate anxiety and other symptoms associated with IBS.

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·June 9, 2022·5 min read

Good Bacteria to Tackle Depression

Probiotics can support the effects of antidepressants to help relieve symptoms of depression.

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·May 10, 2022·5 min read

Clues About Concussions From the Gut

Signs of concussion may be found in the gut, a new study reports. Researchers found a correlation between traumatic brain injury proteins in the blood and one brain injury-linked bacteria in stool samples.

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·April 26, 2022·4 min read

Gastrointestinal Issues Linked With Anxiety and Social Withdrawal for Kids With Autism

Researchers discovered a bi-directional relationship between internalizing symptoms, social withdrawal, and gastrointestinal problems in children and teens on the autism spectrum, reporting the symptoms seem to impact one another simultaneously.

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·April 18, 2022·4 min read

Exploring How Genetics Affects the Functions of the Gut Microbiome

Study sheds light on the role genetics play in shaping the human microbiome.

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·April 15, 2022·4 min read

Decoding a Direct Dialog Between the Gut Microbiota and the Brain

Hypothalamic neurons directly detect variations in bacterial activity and adapt appetite and body temperature accordingly. The findings demonstrate a direct dialog occurs between the brain and the gut microbiota.

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·April 1, 2022·6 min read

The Role of Gut Microbiota in Alzheimer’s Disease

A new study aims to investigate the role the gastrointestinal microbiota may play in Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders.

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·April 1, 2022·2 min read

Harnessing Probiotics to Deliver Parkinson’s Disease Treatment

A newly developed probiotic bacteria that can synthesize the dopamine precursor L-DOPA is safe, well-tolerated, and eliminates the side effects associated with L-DOPA use for Parkinson's disease.