The impact of gut microbiota disorders on the blood-brain barrier

This 2016 review examined the influence gut microbiomes have on brain development and neurological function, and the mechanism in which this can lead to mental illnesses. Evidence has emerged that the gut microbiome can have an impact on neural development, cognition and behaviour through gut-brain axis (the bidirectional communication system between the central nervous system […]

The severity of alcohol use disorders (AUDs) has recently been connected to microbiome changes, suggesting that the gut microbiome may play a role in the development of AUDs. The act of consuming an excessive amount of alcohol quickly is known as binge drinking. Binge drinking is frequently seen in the critical adolescent growth stage. In […]