Scientists keep learning more about the connection between the brain and the gastrointestinal system. By Christina Caron Dr.

Within the past decade or so, scientists and pediatric experts have begun to unravel a powerful connection between the gut and brain frequently referred to as the gut–brain axis. This connection is ...

Ever felt the sudden urge to rush to the loo before a stressful meeting? Or noticed your anxiety spike when your stomach feels bloated or unsettled? You are not imagining it. The gut and the brain are ...

Because the brain and the gut are so connected, it can also go the other way. You can feel anxiety or mental distress because something is messed up in your gastrointestinal tract, according to ...

Coffee doesn’t just energize—it actively reshapes the gut and mind. Researchers found that both caffeinated and decaf coffee ...

Traditionally, medication and different types of psychotherapy – or a combination of the two – have been the standard approach in addressing mental health issues, be they related to behaviors, ...

UCSF's Cherry Leung, associate professor of community health systems with the UC San Francisco School of Nursing, researches ...

You are what you eat is more than just an expression, as health professionals educate patients about the strong correlation ...

New research reveals coffee’s hidden effects on the gut-brain connection, influencing mood, memory, microbes, and overall ...

Co-written with Jai Liester. In recent years, research has illuminated the intricate connection between our gut and brain, revealing how this relationship significantly impacts mental health. Now, a ...