AutismFeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 8, 2018·4 min readFood Allergies Linked to ASD in ChildrenResearchers report 11.25% of children with ASD have food allergies, significantly higher than the 4.25% of children who suffer allergies without an autism diagnosis. The study adds to the growing body of evidence linking immunological dysfunction as a possible risk factor for ASD.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 31, 2018·4 min readThe Secret to Longevity is in the Microbiome and GutFeeding fruit flies a combination of probiotics and Triphala, a herbal supplement, increased longevity by 60% and protected them against age related diseases, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 24, 2018·4 min readGut Bacteria Play Key Role in Anti Seizure Effects of Ketogenic DietResearchers believe they have established a causal link between gut bacteria and seizure susceptibility. The study also identifies a specific bacteria that plays a critical role in the anti-seizure effects of the ketogenic diet.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·May 22, 2018·3 min readSchizophrenics’ Blood Has More Genetic Material From MicrobesA new study reports blood samples taken from those with Schizophrenia contain genetic material from more types of microbes than people without the condition. Additionally, the blood samples contained less CD8+ memory T cells.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 16, 2018·4 min readHow the Gut Influences Neurological DiseasesResearchers examine the role gut bacteria plays in the development of neurological disorders. Using mouse models of multiple sclerosis, researchers found compounds generated from the breakdown of tryptophan can cross the blood-brain barrier and activate anti-inflammatory pathways that limit neurodegeneration. Activation of these pathway have also been linked to Alzheimer's and brain cancers.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 14, 2018·3 min readExploring the Connection Between Diet, Gut Microbes and Cognitive DeclineResearchers believe their new study will provide a mechanistic understanding of how our microbiome and diets can impact the development of Alzheimer's disease. The study will aim to provide evidence of possible diet induced effects on gut bacteria, which could influence age associated cognitive decline.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 30, 2018·4 min readVapers and Non-Smokers Have the Same Flourishing Gut FloraA new study reveals smokers have lower levels of Baceroids in their microbiome. In contrast, the levels of Bacteriods were the same level in vapers as in non-smokers. Decreased Bacteriod levels are associated with obesity and Chron's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 28, 2018·3 min readCan Microbes Manipulate Our Minds?Researchers report we may have evolved to depend on our gut bacteria to aid normal brain function, and changes in our microbiome could have effects on our behavior.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 27, 2018·4 min readMediterranean Diet Boosts Beneficial BacteriaResearchers report following a Mediterranean diet can increase healthy gut bacteria by up to 7%.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 13, 2018·5 min readSpecific Bacteria in Small Intestine Are Crucial for Fat AbsorptionResearchers reveal the Western diet can induce the expansion of microbes in the small intestine that promote the digestion and absorption of high fat foods. Over time, researchers say, these microbes can increase the risk of obesity.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 22, 2018·4 min readObesity Trigger Identified Within Human GutAccording to researchers, gut serotonin levels are doubled in obese people. Researchers report obesity may be characterized by an increased capacity to release and produce serotonin in the gut.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·March 11, 2018·3 min readGut Bacteria Drives Autoimmune DiseasesA new study reveals E. gallinarum, a intestinal bacteria, can trigger autoimmune disease. Researchers say the autoimmune activation can be suppressed by a vaccine designed to target the bacteria, and with the help of antibiotics.Read More
