How Your Gut Affects Brain Health
1. The Brain-Gut Connection | Johns Hopkins Medicine
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Nerves: The vagus nerve, the longest cranial nerve, is a primary communication channel between the gut and brain. It sends sensory information about the gut’s state to the brain and also influences gut motility and secretion. 1. Vagus Nerve: What It Is, Function, Location & Conditions – Cleveland Clinic
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2. Vagus Nerve as Modulator of the Brain–Gut Axis in Psychiatric and Inflammatory Disorders
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Hormones: The gut produces various hormones, such as serotonin and dopamine, which also affect mood, appetite, and sleep. 1. The ‘Gut-Hormone Connection’ explained – DR.VEGAN
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Neurotransmitters: These chemical messengers are produced in both the brain and gut and influence mood, cognition, and behavior. 1. The Gut-Brain Connection: How it Works and The Role of Nutrition – Healthline
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Gut Microbiome: The trillions of bacteria residing in your gut play a crucial role in producing neurotransmitters and influencing immune function, which can impact brain health. 1. Neuromicrobiology, an emerging neurometabolic facet of the gut microbiome? – Frontiers
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How the Gut Affects the Brain
Mood Disorders: Imbalances in gut bacteria have been linked to conditions like depression and anxiety. 1. Study looks at ties between anxiety and gut bacteria – UT Southwestern Medical Center
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Cognitive Function: Gut health can influence memory, learning, and concentration. 1. The Brain-Gut Connection | Johns Hopkins Medicine
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Neurological Disorders: Emerging research suggests a potential link between gut health and conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. 1. Researchers Study Link Between the Gut and Brain Health | UMass Lowell
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Chronic Pain: Gut inflammation can contribute to chronic pain conditions.
Immune Function: A healthy gut microbiome supports a strong immune system, which indirectly benefits brain health.