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Your Guide to the Gut–BrainConnection
New to the gut–brain connection? Start with these simple explanations of the key ideas behind the science.
What Is the Gut–Brain Axis?
Discover how the digestive system and brain communicate through several interconnected biological pathways.
What Is the Gut Microbiome?
Learn about the diverse community of microorganisms living in your digestive tract and what they do.
What Do Gut Microbes Do?
Explore how gut microorganisms interact with food, the intestines and the wider body generally.
What Are Probiotics?
Understand what probiotics are, why different strains matter.
WHAT WE'RE LEARNING
The Science Is Still Developing
The gut–brain field is growing rapidly. Some aspects of the biology are well established, while other findings are promising but still being investigated. At The Gut Brain Link, we separate established evidence from emerging research and explain both in plain English.
Ready to Explore Further?
Dive deeper into the gut–brain axis, microbiome, diet, probiotics and the research behind them.
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Understanding the connection between gut health, the microbiome and mental wellbeing.
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