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Does The Microbiome Hold The Key To Treating Parkinson’s, Autism & Other Diseases? CalTech Microbiologist Dr. Sarkis Mazmazian on The Gut-Brain Axis
The Rich Roll Podcast
The Intricate Connection Between Gut and Brain
The gut brain connection involves real-time communication between organs and organ systems, impacting brain function. Stressful situations can cause immediate effects in the gut like butterflies, affecting clarity of thought. Research indicates that disturbances in the gastrointestinal tract can alter brain function. The COVID research explores the connection between long COVID and the microbiome. Neurons and nerves connect the brain to the intestines rapidly. Molecules from gut bacteria can cross the blood-brain barrier affecting brain function. Various hormones and neurotransmitters produced in the brain can affect the gut, showing a bidirectional relationship. The immune system, particularly immune cells in the gut, plays a significant role in transmitting signals to the brain, influencing brain function.
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