‘Cross-talk’ refers to the bi-directional communication between the gut, its microbiome, and the brain through intricate neuro-immuno-endocrine communication pathways. MGBA cross-talk facilitates many functions, such as digestion, stress regulation, immune system modulation, and cognitive processes.
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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2024). MGBA Cross-Talk. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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