Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological disorder that affects normal brain
development. The recent finding of the microbiota–gut–brain axis indicates the bidirectional …

Mammals live in a co-evolutionary association with the plethora of microorganisms that
reside at a variety of tissue microenvironments. The microbiome represents the collective …

Increasing numbers of studies have suggested that the gut microbiota is involved in the
pathophysiology of stress-related disorders. Chronic stress can cause behavioral, cognitive …

The gut–brain axis is a bidirectional communication network connecting the gastrointestinal
tract and central nervous system. The axis keeps track of gastrointestinal activities and …

Gut microbiome is an integral part of the Gut-Brain axis. It is becoming increasingly
recognized that the presence of a healthy and diverse gut microbiota is important to normal …

The large intestine is a home for trillions of microbiota, which confer many benefits on the
host, including production of vitamins, absorption of nutrients, pathogen displacement, and …

Background Gut homeostasis, including intestinal immunity and microbiome, is essential for
cognitive function via the gut-brain axis. This axis is altered in high-fat diet (HFD)-induced …

Microbial endocrinology is defined as the study of the ability of microorganisms to both
produce and recognize neurochemicals that originate either within the microorganisms …

The impact of nutrition on brain development in preterm infants has been increasingly
appreciated. Early postnatal growth and nutrient intake have been demonstrated to …

The commensal microbiota is in constant interaction with the immune system, teaching
immune cells to respond to antigens. Studies in mice have demonstrated that manipulation …