Can Probiotics Make You Happier?

In our never-ending search for happiness, we may need to look no further than our own gut.

The gut has actually been nicknamed the “second brain” because of a large number of neurotransmitters found there. Serotonin is found in great concentration in the bowels and is responsible for some roles such as helping nerves communicate, contracting smooth muscles and balancing mood and appetite.

The vagus nerve connects the brain and the gut and is the primary source of communication between the two. “Time and time again, we hear from patients that they never felt depressed or anxious until they started experiencing …read more