New findings suggest that a protein known as Reelin could play a role in treating both “leaky gut” and severe depression.

For decades, depression treatment has focused almost entirely on the brain, with drugs designed to tweak neurotransmitters ...

New genetic research has identified a direct causal chain connecting the microorganisms in the human digestive tract to the ...

Bipolar disorder (BD) is a psychiatric disorder characterized by extreme mood changes. Individuals diagnosed with BD typically alternate between periods of high energy, euphoria, irritability and/or ...

You’ve surely heard of probiotics — but a budding class called “psychobiotics” is being touted for mental health benefits, with promises of improving mood, cognition and anxiety. Here’s what ...

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 ...

Valerie Taylor studies the link between our gut health and mental health. She said gut microbes, the brain, and central nervous system can influence one another via the "gut-brain axis." Her tips for ...

What if a protein could be injected to help heal both “leaky gut” and severe depression? New research from the University of Victoria (UVic), published in Chronic Stress, shows that a glycoprotein ...

In a conversation with Dr. Steven Gundry, I reflect on what the gut–brain connection reveals about inflammation, longevity, ...