Ephi Lu

Microbiota-derived metabolites

Microbiota-derived metabolites are the byproducts of gut microbiota that act as signaling molecules and are released during the digestion and fermentation of non-absorbable and…

Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis (MGBA)

The microbiota-gut-brain axis (MGBA) is a complex bidirectional communication network linking the gut microbiota, gastrointestinal system, and central nervous system through neural, endocrine, immune,…

Microglia

Microglia are specialized immune cells in the central nervous system (CNS) that function as the primary resident macrophages. They play a crucial role in…

Micronutrients

Micronutrients are essential nutrients that the body needs in smaller quantities than macronutrients (i.e., carbohydrates, proteins, and fats). These include vitamins and minerals crucial…

Mindful Eating

Mindful eating is an approach to food consumption that involves paying full attention to the sensory experience of eating and being present in the…

Mindless eating

Mindless eating refers to consuming food without conscious awareness or intentional attention to the act of eating. It often involves eating distractedly or automatically,…

The Association Between Diet Pattern and Depressive and Anxiety Symptoms

Eating a Small Amount of Nuts Daily May Help Lower Your Depression Risk

Fermented Foods Are Suddenly All the Rage, but What Are They, and What Are Their Benefits?

That Salad Isn’t Just Good for Your Nutrition–It May Help Stave off Depression

The Impact of Oat Consumption on the Gut Microbiota

Do Sugar-Sweetened Carbonated Beverages Increase Depression Risks?