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Gut–Brain Axis

How the gut and brain communicate via neural, hormonal, and immune pathways, and why diet influences this bidirectional signalling.

docs > foods

Amaranth

Pseudograin with GABA potential and complete protein

Asparagus

FOS prebiotic fiber and folate source

Barley

Beta-glucan fiber and whole grain for gut health

Bell Peppers

High vitamin C for iron absorption and norepinephrine support

Berries

General category of berry fruits rich in polyphenols

Black Beans

Legume with polyphenols and protein; optimal soaking conditions detailed

Black Goji

C3G anthocyanins for heavy metal chelation and neuroprotection

Cabbage

Base for sauerkraut; fiber and vitamin C

Capers

Highest quercetin content among common foods

Cauliflower

Cruciferous vegetable with fiber and B vitamins

Cherries

General cherry information; see tart cherry for sleep support

Chicory

High inulin content; coffee substitute

Cooled Potatoes

Resistant starch formation through retrogradation for gut health

Cranberries

Polyphenols and resveratrol for microbiome and mitochondrial support

Dairy Products

General category of dairy foods providing protein, calcium, and probiotics

Garlic

Allicin, sulfur compounds, and prebiotic fiber for gut and antioxidant support

Ghee

Heat-stable clarified butter with butyrate and fat-soluble vitamins

Grapes

Resveratrol source for SIRT1 activation and NAD+ support

Kimchi

Fermented vegetables providing probiotics, GABA, and postbiotic compounds

Kombucha

Fermented tea providing probiotics and postbiotics

Leeks

Allium vegetable with prebiotic fiber (FOS)

Lentils

Legume rich in protein, fiber, folate, iron, and prebiotics

Lupins

Legume protein source for vegan diets

Miso

Fermented soybean paste with probiotics and umami flavor

Natto

Fermented soybeans with unique Bacillus subtilis and vitamin K2

Oats

Beta-glucans, tryptophan, and B vitamins for gut and neurotransmitter support

Onions

Inulin prebiotic, quercetin, and glutathione precursors

Oranges

Vitamin C for iron absorption enhancement

Pickles

Fermented vegetables providing GABA-producing bacteria

Purple Potatoes

Anthocyanins (C3G) for heavy metal chelation and neuroprotection

Sauerkraut

Fermented cabbage providing Lactobacillus probiotics

Seaweed

Iodine, EPA (in red algae), magnesium, and trace minerals

Sourdough Bread

Fermented bread with GABA, improved amino acid bioavailability, and optimized Maillard products

Strawberries

Polyphenol-rich berries supporting cognitive function

Wheat

Whole grain providing B vitamins, fiber, and minerals

Wheat Germ

Choline source and B vitamin-rich grain component

docs > substances > microbial-metabolites > scfas

Acetate

Most abundant SCFA supporting gut barrier integrity and immune regulation

Butyrate

Key SCFA supporting mitochondrial function, gut barrier integrity, and neuroinflammation reduction

Propionate

SCFA supporting neuroinflammation reduction, blood-brain barrier protection, and neurotransmitter regulation