The relationship between the microbiota profile and exposure to stress is not well
understood. Therefore, we used a rat model of unpredictable chronic mild stress (UCMS) to …

Background The microbiota of the mammalian gastrointestinal (GI) tract consists of diverse
populations of commensal bacteria that interact with host physiological function …

The bodies of most animals are populated by highly complex and genetically diverse
communities of microorganisms. The majority of these microbes reside within the intestines …

Identical mouse models tested using the same protocols in different laboratories can
produce inconsistent results. Indeed, little information is available regarding suitable diets …

Stressor-exposure has been shown to exacerbate inflammation and change the composition
of the gastrointestinal microbiota; however stressor-induced effects on microbiota-derived …

Depression is a serious disease that has a significant impact on social functioning. However,
the exact causes of depression are still not fully understood. Therefore, it is necessary to …

Background and aims Establishment of the gut microbiota is one of the most important
events in early life and emerging evidence indicates that the gut microbiota influences …

Aims In patients with colitis, the high comorbidity of depressive disorders is well-known, but
the detailed mechanisms remain unresolved. In this study, we examined whether colitis …

Psychological stress can exacerbate inflammatory bowel disease. However, the
mechanisms underlying how psychological stress affects gut inflammation remain unclear …

The effect of psychological stress on the gastrointestinal microbiota is widely recognized.
Chronic psychological stress may be associated with increased disease activity in …