An increasing body of evidence points to a bidirectional interaction between the gut and the brain, mediated by the microbiome, immune system, and other pathways. This gut-brain axis has been implicated in everything from anxiety and depression to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

Cureus requests original research, review articles, technical reports, and case reports elucidating the role of diet, nutrition, probiotics, and the microbiome in neurological and psychiatric conditions. Published articles on this topic will benefit from our unparalleled platforms for dissemination. Our expansive reach across digital channels ensures maximum exposure and impact. To amplify these articles, Cureus will promote them to a wide audience of medical professionals through our social media channels, a dedicated email campaign, and article roundups.

Example topics include:

Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Treating the Gut and Brain/Mind at the Same Time

Gut Biome and Mental Health: Do Probiotics Work?

Connecting the Dots: The Interplay Between Stroke and the Gut-Brain Axis

Abdominal Migraines: A Rare Adulthood Manifestation of a Typical Childhood Disease

Diet Quality and Mental Health Amongst Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Patients

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Role in the Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease: A Systematic Review

Please include the keyword "Gut-Brain Axis" in your submission.

Submission Deadline: November 17, 2023

We welcome submissions from neurologists, psychiatrists, gastroenterologists, nutritionists, internists and other experts on this fascinating area of research with major clinical implications.