The Gut-Brain Axis Refers to

question 3

Multiple Choice

The gut-brain axis refers to

• A)changes in brain chemistry and behavior caused by the gut microbiota.
• B)neurons in the spinal cord that connect the gut and the brain.
• C)the location of dormant viruses that infect both the gut and the brain.
• D)pores in the blood-brain barrier that permit the passage of glucose and other nutrients.

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