Dynamical alterations of brain function and gut microbiome in weight loss

ObjectiveIntermittent energy restriction (IER) is an effective weight loss strategy. However, little is known about the dynamic effects of IER on the brain-gut-microbiome axis.MethodsIn this study, a total of 25 obese individuals successfully lost...

Studies find that microbiome changes may be a signature for ME/CFS

NIH-funded studies link altered gut microbes to debilitating chronic disease.

The Human Microbiome Might Be Contagious, Scientists Say

The community of people living around you could influence the community of microbes living inside of you.

Probiotics Experiment Shows 'Good Bacteria' Can Help Treat Depression

Probiotics – the 'good bacteria' often claimed to lead to positive health responses – could have a role to play in treating depression, according to a new study involving 47 volunteers who were experiencing depressive episodes.

Research That Potentially Links Autism and Brain-Gut Microbiome - Neuroscience News

A new review of almost 200 publications suggests the gut microbiota may play a critical role in modulating brain function, social behavior and other symptoms of autism.

Having 'Good' Gut Bacteria Could Really Help if You're Trying to Lose Weight

The trillions of microbes inside of our gut play many very important roles in our body. Not only does this microbiome regulate our metabolism and help us absorb nutrients from food into the body, it can also influence whether we are lean or obese.

Microbes help produce serotonin in gut

Although serotonin is well known as a brain neurotransmitter, it is estimated that 90 percent of the body's serotonin is made in the digestive tract. In fact, altered levels of this peripheral serotonin have been linked to diseases such as...