Gastroenterology Studies

Addressing GI Health Through the Bidirectional Modulation of the Gut-Brain Axis With Herbal Extracts: A Narrative Review.

Researchers studied the impact of functional constipation on quality of life and mental health. The gut-brain axis plays a role in functional gastrointestinal disorders. Traditional treatments have limitations, leading to interest in herbal supplements like ashwagandha and okra for symptom management.

Evans C and Kalman D (2024).
Cureus.
PubMed:
39139804

Oral administration of Robinia pseudoacacia L. flower exosome-like nanoparticles attenuates gastric and small intestinal mucosal ferroptosis caused by hypoxia through inhibiting HIF-1α- and HIF-2α-mediated lipid peroxidation.

Wang D et al (2024).
J Nanobiotechnology.
PubMed:
39134988

Schisandra chinensis lignans regulate and cooperate with endogenous cannabinoid systems to ameliorate intestinal barrier injury associated with depression.

SCL from Schisandra chinensis helps with depression by repairing gut barrier, reducing inflammation, protecting nerves, and modulating the endocannabinoid system. Important for understanding depression treatment.

Wang J et al (2024).
Phytomedicine.
PubMed:
39126923