Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder with unclear causes, affecting about 10% of the global population. Researchers have now discovered that opioid delta-receptor agonists may ...

The relationship between gut health and the brain is often referred to as the “gut-brain axis”, representing an intricate communication network between the gastrointestinal tract and the brain. The ...

Research increasingly reveals a profound gut-brain axis, where the gut microbiome significantly influences mood, stress, and mental health conditions. This bidirectional link, involving ...

In the study, scientists assessed 67 clinical trials involving more than 7000 participants, which probed IBS behaviour ...

Not all brain cells are found in the brain. For example, a team at Caltech has identified two distinct types of neurons in the abdomens of mice that appear to control different aspects of digestion.

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 ...

Have you heard of the ‘gut-liver axis'? Truth be told, our liver and gut are highly connected and one system can impact the other. So if you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and have also been told ...

A groundbreaking discovery has unveiled an unexpected connection between a common gut bacterium and the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, potentially reshaping medical understanding of this ...

When I hear the word hypnosis, I picture an auditorium of people lulled into a zombie-like state with a snap of fingers from a commanding figure on stage. Of course, that’s just one (theatrical) type ...

There’s a hidden gender gap when it comes to digestive problems, with women taking the lead in this unpleasant contest. While men are hardly immune to gastrointestinal woes, certain digestive problems ...