FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 23, 2019·3 min readEven the fetus has gut bacteriaBoth human and mouse fetuses have their own microbiome, which is transmitted from the mother. Findings provide new avenues for interventions during pregnancy to stimulate the fetal microbiome when the mother shows risk of premature birth.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 14, 2019·4 min readGut immunity more developed before birth than previously thoughtThe fetal gut has far better developed immune capabilities than previously thought. The findings could help develop new maternal vaccines and provide early insight into potential autoimmune disorders, which may occur later in life.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 8, 2019·3 min readStudy furthers understanding about what shapes human gut microbiomeDespite humans sharing a close genetic relationship to apes, our gut microbiome more closely resembles that of Old World monkeys like baboons. In terms of the development of the human microbiome, ecology across evolution plays a more significant role than genetic relationships.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 21, 2019·4 min readBabies born by C-section have different gut bacteriaThe mode of delivery at birth is a significant factor in the composition of gut bacteria. Children born via cesarean section have reduced levels of 'good' bacteria and an increased number of pathogens linked to the hospital environment.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·September 18, 2019·5 min readMicrobiome may be involved in mechanisms related to muscle strength in older adultsStudy adds to the growing body of evidence that the microbiome may impact muscle mass and physical function. In high-functioning older adults and mouse models, researchers identified higher levels of good bacteria in the microbiome than in their lower-functioning peers.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·September 18, 2019·5 min readHow sleepless nights compromise the health of your gutStudy reveals the function of specific immune cells, well documented as playing a significant role in gut health, is directly controlled by our circadian clock.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 17, 2019·2 min readHow gut bacteria negatively influences serotonin and blood sugar levelsA new study shows how the microbiome communicates with cells producing serotonin to influence blood sugar levels. The microbiome can worsen metabolism by signaling to cells in the gut that produce serotonin. This drives up serotonin levels. The rise in blood serotonin levels causes metabolic problems.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 6, 2019·5 min readHow serotonin and a popular anti-depressant affect the gut’s microbiotaSerotonin and SSRIs like Prozac can have a major effect on gut bacteria. When exposed to serotonin, specific gut bacteria grew to higher levels. However, when exposed to SSRIs, the bacterium grew to much lower levels in mouse models.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 3, 2019·4 min readDiet’s effect on gut bacteria could play role in reducing Alzheimer’s riskA modified Mediterranean-ketogenic diet can modulate the gut microbiome and metabolites associated with improvements in Alzheimer's disease biomarkers.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·August 29, 2019·3 min readThe ‘inflammation’ of opioid use: Research correlates inflammation in the brain and gut to negative emotional state during opioid withdrawalInflammation caused by opioid use to both the brain and gut may exacerbate symptoms of negative emotions associated with withdrawal. Targeting the inflammation could help alleviate the negative experiences of opioid withdrawal and prevent dependence.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·August 20, 2019·4 min readMicronutrients affect gut bacteria associated with ADHD in small but promising studyA small-scale study found children with ADHD who took micronutrients had lower levels of gut bacteria previously linked to the disorder, and a healthier range of overall microbiota. The study indicates micronutrient supplements could be a safe therapy for those with ADHD. Researchers stress further research is needed.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 18, 2019·7 min readWhole body vibration shakes up microbiome, reducing inflammation in diabetesWhole-body vibration (WBV) therapy may be a way in which inflammation associated with diabetes can be controlled. WBV alters the microbiome, increasing levels of a bacterium that creates short-chain fatty acids, which help the body to better use glucose.Read More
