Most people think of the gut as a digestive organ. Something that processes food, absorbs nutrients, and occasionally causes ...

The gut microbiome offers a unique snapshot of each individual, shaped by genetics, environmental exposures, lifestyle habits, and the body’s own physiology. “If you take two different individuals, it ...

The importance of gut microbes in human health has been made apparent by a mountain of evidence in recent years, but the extent to which they can affect physiology is still astonishing. New research ...

Not all brain cells are found in the brain. For example, a team at Caltech has identified two distinct types of neurons in the abdomens of mice that appear to control different aspects of digestion.

From fast nerve signals to microbial metabolites, scientists are uncovering the biological conversations between the gut and brain that may explain chronic pain, weight gain, and neurodegenerative ...

The relationship between gut health and the brain is often referred to as the “gut-brain axis”, representing an intricate communication network between the gastrointestinal tract and the brain. The ...

Farts are causing a stink in the research world, but in a positive way. Melbourne scientists have revealed how hydrogen is made and used in the human gut. Though infamous for making farts ignite, ...