New 'sixth sense' links gut microbes to brain and influences weight loss
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New research suggests the existence of a 'neurobiotic sense' where gut bacteria communicate directly with the brain via the vagus nerve, influencing appetite and mood, which could have implications for understanding and treating eating disorders and obesity.
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