Unveiling the role of gut-brain axis in regulating neurodegenerative diseases: A comprehensive review

Emerging evidence have shown the importance of gut microbiota in regulating brain functions. The diverse molecular mechanisms involved in cross-talk between gut and brain provide insight into importance of this communication in maintenance of brain homeostasis. It has also been observed that disturb...

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Published in:Life sciences (1973) 2023-10, Vol.330, p.122022-122022, Article 122022
Main Authors: Yadav, Himanshi, Jaldhi, Bhardwaj, Rati, Anamika, Bakshi, Amrita, Gupta, Suchi, Maurya, Shashank Kumar
Format: Article
Language:English
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Brain
Gut
Microbiome
Neurodegeneration
Neuroinflammation
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Summary:Emerging evidence have shown the importance of gut microbiota in regulating brain functions. The diverse molecular mechanisms involved in cross-talk between gut and brain provide insight into importance of this communication in maintenance of brain homeostasis. It has also been observed that disturbed gut microbiota contributes to neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and aging. Recently, gut microbiome-derived exosomes have also been reported to play an essential role in the development and progression of neurodegenerative diseases and could thereby act as a therapeutic target. Further, pharmacological interventions including antibiotics, prebiotics and probiotics can influence gut microbiome-mediated management of neurological diseases. However, extensive research is warranted to better comprehend this interconnection in maintenance of brain homeostasis and its implication in neurological diseases. Thus, the present review is aimed to provide a detailed understanding of gut-brain axis followed by possibilities to target the gut microbiome for improving neurological health. [Display omitted]
ISSN:0024-3205
1879-0631
DOI:10.1016/j.lfs.2023.122022