A new study shows that a high fat diet may weaken the gut barrier and allow bacteria to travel toward the brain through the vagus nerve.

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disease that causes progressive memory loss and a significant decline in mental functions. Past studies have shown that people with AD exhibit a buildup ...

With more than 100 million neurons in the digestive tract, the gut is commonly known as the “second brain” in numerous ...

Researchers found that very small numbers of gut bacteria can translocate to the brain in mice, particularly when gut barrier ...

Across the globe, more than a billion people live with obesity. It's not just a matter of weight—it's tied to serious health risks like heart disease, diabetes, and even some cancers. Yet despite ...

A new study has found that gaining weight as a result of poor diet is linked to impaired cognitive functioning and developing symptoms of anxiety, adding to the growing body of evidence that there's ...

Strong social relationships, particularly high-quality marriages, may help protect against obesity by influencing a complex communication system between the brain and gut, according to new research by ...

Married people who feel emotionally supported by their partners tend to weigh less than those in marriages lacking that connection, according to research from UCLA. The difference isn’t trivial, ...

Emerging research suggests Parkinson's disease might start in the gut, not the brain. With evidence linking gut microbiome changes to early disease signs, scientists are uncovering clues that could ...

Whom you marry not only influences your success ahead in life, but also your body weight! New UCLA Health research reveals that the quality of your marriage significantly impacts your body weight ...