Serotonergic psychedelics, such as psilocybin and LSD, are also commonly referred to as hallucinogens because at higher "trip-inducing" doses (as opposed to microdoses), these drugs typically trigger ...

A new study in mice led by UCLA biologists strongly suggests that serotonin and drugs that target serotonin, such as anti-depressants, can have a major effect on the gut’s microbiota — the 100 ...

For many years, O-san had been troubled by the fact that on days when she felt down, she would invariably overeat sweets."I ...

When it comes to chemicals that affect our mood, most of us are the most familiar with serotonin. The neurotransmitter is responsible for dictating everything from our happiness to our energy levels ...

Functional gastrointestinal disorders, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), aren’t just common anymore; they’re becoming the ...

Rates of anxiety and depression have been increasing around the world for decades, a trend that has been sharply exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. New research led by the Boyce Thompson ...

Serotonin is often referred to as the "happiness molecule." It plays a critical role in affecting mood levels and is also a neurotransmitter that sends signals within the brain and the body.

The neurotransmitter serotonin is linked to the control of mood, though it also helps to regulate various other functions, such as sleep and sexual desire. New research has uncovered another role ...

Comparing PET scans of more than 90 adults with and without mild cognitive impairment (MCI), researchers say relatively lower levels of the so-called 'happiness' chemical, serotonin, in parts of the ...

An eight-week crossover trial reveals how a daily serving of walnuts affects mood alongside measurable shifts in serotonin-related and gut-derived metabolites. Study: Walnut consumption improves mood ...

How does your heart sway each time the autumn air touches your skin?Just when you thought you had finally shaken off the ...

A new study in mice strongly suggests that serotonin and drugs that target serotonin, such as anti-depressants, can have a major effect on the gut's microbiota -- the 100 trillion or so bacteria and ...