Mouse intestinal layer showing various bacteria (green) alongside a red blood cell (red)
Ikelos GmbH/Dr. Christopher B. Jackson/Science Photo Library
Research indicates that the brain can directly influence gut microbiota, as changes in brain signals can alter gut composition within a mere two hours. This underscores the bidirectional communication along the gut-brain axis.
While prior studies have demonstrated that gut microbes can influence cognitive function and mood, the question of whether the reverse holds true remains open…
Source: www.newscientist.com
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