Serotonin (5-HT) has been recognized for decades as an important signalling molecule in the gut, but it is still revealing its secrets. Novel gastrointestinal functions of 5-HT continue to be ...

This article reviews the interplay between histamine and serotonin in upper GI motility and highlights three clinical cases. It provides practical insights into assessment, treatment strategies, and ...

Gut microbes can regulate the exocrine and endocrine functions of the pancreas and hormone production of the gastrointestinal tract, findings that may help develop potential treatments for diabetes ...

The gastrointestinal tract is home to trillions of microorganisms which exist in symbiosis with their eukaryotic host. These microbes interact with their ...

ROCKVILLE, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A newly released study published in the Journal of Immunity, Inflammation and Disease and conducted by the Sapienza University of Rome, Italy, found a multi-strain, ...

A new study reveals that polyphenols, found in plant-based foods, activate bitter taste receptors in the gut, promoting hormone secretion that regulates blood sugar and appetite. These findings ...

Research reveals opposing roles for SNAP23 protein in the enzyme- and hormone-secretion functions of the pancreas; SNAP23 inhibitor increased insulin secretion in mice, suggesting potential use as a ...