Cognition

3 articles

Visual representation of the gut-brain axis, illustrating the connection between the gut microbiome and the human brain, symbolizing health and mood.

What is the gut-brain axis impact on health and mood?

Metagenomics analysis reveals the human gut microbiome harbors 1952 unclassified bacteria species, adding to 553 already cultured.

Ryan Patel·August 2, 2026

Split image showing healthy foods and a representation of a developing teenage brain, highlighting the impact of diet on cognition.

Nutrition

Adolescent Diets: Impact on Teenage Brains and Cognition

In 2020, American children and adolescents scored a dismal 54 out of 100 on the Healthy Eating Index, far below the healthy minimum of 80.

Ryan Patel·June 5, 2026

An artistic representation showing the interconnectedness of the gut and brain, with glowing neural pathways linking the two organs.

Wellness

What Is the Gut-Brain Axis and How Does It Affect Your Mind?

Approximately 90% of the body's serotonin and 50% of dopamine, crucial neurotransmitters for mood and cognition, are produced not in the brain, but in the gut, according to Harvard Health .

Chloe Bennett·April 17, 2026