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Control of gastrointestinal motility by the "gut brain"--the enteric nervous system.
The enteric nervous system (ENS) as the "brain of the gut" is pivotal for normal muscle activity in the gut....
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Selective Vagus Nerve Stimulation as a Therapeutic Approach for the Treatment of ARDS: A Rationale for Neuro-Immunomodulation in COVID-19 Disease.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is the most severe form of acute lung injury. It is induced by sepsis, aspiration,...
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Vagus Nerve as Modulator of the Brain-Gut Axis in Psychiatric and Inflammatory Disorders. Front Psychiatry.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is the most severe form of acute lung injury. It is induced by sepsis, aspiration,...
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Brain activity on fMRI associated with urinary bladder filling in patients with a complete spinal cord injury.
Objective: Patients with complete spinal cord injury (SCI) may maintain some perception of bladder fullness. The aim of the study...
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Resveratrol and Brain Mitochondria: a Review.
Resveratrol (3,4',5-trihydroxystilbene; C14H12O3) is a polyphenolic phytoalexin found in grapes, berries, peanuts, and wines. Resveratrol has been viewed as an...
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The Role of Nutrients in Protecting Mitochondrial Function and Neurotransmitter Signaling: Implications for the Treatment of Depression, PTSD, and Suicidal Behaviors.
Numerous studies have linked severe stress to the development of major depressive disorder (MDD) and suicidal behaviors. Furthermore, recent preclinical...
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Therapeutic Opportunities for Food Supplements in Neurodegenerative Disease and Depression.
Emerging evidence is showing nutrition as a crucial factor in the high prevalence and incidence of neurodegenerative mental disorders. Preventive...
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Low cholesterol, impulsivity and violence revisited.
Purpose of review: To summarize the recent findings on the association of cholesterol levels with impulsivity and violence.Recent findings: Several...
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The role of vitamins in the prevention and control of anaemia.
Objective: While iron deficiency is regarded as the major cause of nutritional anaemia, changes in vitamins A, B12, C and...
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