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Neuro-Gastroenterology

Meaning

Neuro-Gastroenterology is the specialized field that investigates the complex, bidirectional communication pathways between the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract, collectively known as the gut-brain axis. This discipline is profoundly relevant to hormonal health, as the gut microbiota influences neurotransmitter production and immune signaling, which in turn modulate the HPA axis and systemic endocrine function. Clinical practice in this area focuses on leveraging this axis to influence mood, metabolism, and immunity.