23/08/2023
What is the connection between the gut and the brain?
Our gut and brain are in constant communication, shaping your overall wellbeing.
Experts believe there’s a strong connection, also known as the gut-brain axis, between your gut and your brain. The gut-brain axis links your central nervous system, which includes your brain and spinal cord, to your gastrointestinal tract (GI tract).
Microorganisms in your gut, including probiotics, play a crucial role in the GBA by
1. producing neurotransmitters that can adversely affect appetite, mood, or sleep patterns.
2. reducing inflammation in your body. (Inflammation can contribute to depression)
3. affecting cognitive function and stress response.
Gut-brain axis has a profound impact on mental health, cognition and emotions.