June 2021 PMID 32547962

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders.

Madushani Herath, Suzanne Hosie, Joel C Bornstein, Ashley E Franks, Elisa L Hill-Yardin

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Peak: 17 in Jun 2020
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What people are saying

Discussions highlight a strong interest in how the gut mucus system relates to neurological disorders, with comments like 'gut-brain link' and 'mucus-neuro connection' emphasizing curiosity and relevance. Words such as 'fascinating stuff' and 'great overview' demonstrate engaged and exploratory attitudes, though some users admit uncertainty about the final significance, affecting the perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the relevance of mucus in gut and neurological health, supporting the publication's key points.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity regarding the gut-brain connection and neurotransmitter roles, indicating strong interest.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many users reference specific mechanisms like mucus composition and bacteria, reflecting deep engagement with the topic.

ImpactModerate impact

Conversations suggest acknowledgment of potential clinical implications, though some remain speculative, indicating moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The gastrointestinal mucus system plays a crucial role in maintaining gut health by forming a hydrated network that supports the gut barrier and microbial balance, which may be altered in neurological diseases.
  • The enteric nervous system (ENS), a network of neurons in the gut, regulates mucus secretion and renewal, linking nervous system activity to mucus properties; disruptions here can contribute to gut dysfunction observed in disorders like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and autism.
  • Changes in mucus composition and properties caused by nervous system factors can impact gut microbiota, potentially worsening dysbiosis and associated symptoms in neurological conditions; future research aims to better understand these interactions to improve treatment strategies.]

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Scott Anderson
@Psychobiotic · X

Bacteria just love warm mucus. The colon complies. https://t.co/Sr4b73vVAV

Jun 8, 2020 · 12 likes · 3 shares · 18,538 followers View post →
Matt R. Frakes, PhD, RD, LDN, CSCS, ISAK-2
@SuperiorFrakes · X

New gut-brain link: How gut mucus could help treat brain disorders - https://t.co/jA8TKyOGqB via @neurosciencenew Full article --> https://t.co/Y951KYmuWm

Jun 4, 2020 · 3 likes · 3,648 followers View post →
Hot Science Balloon
@hotsciballoon · X

Nutshell #33: Altered thickness of the #gut mucus and different #bacteria in it may contribute to #Alzheimer's and #Parkinson's disease, as well as other neurological disorders. From: @RMIT and @unimelb Article: https://t.co/IXLgvZVkl6 #science #reserach #medicine #microbiome https://t.co/iZCsWxVP2e

Jun 8, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 99 followers View post →
Healthy Foundations Research Group
@NeurodevHD · X

Your insides are a veritable wonderland of microenrironments and microbes keeping you healthy. All hail the snot and bugs in this review from @Eli_melb @HosieSuzanne

May 28, 2020 · 2 likes · 457 followers View post →
Dr. Suzana Mantovani
@Tweet_Nutrition · X

#gut https://t.co/1qFR0rOkPU

Dec 12, 2020 · 1 like · 4,573 followers View post →
Frontiers - Infectious Disease
@FrontInfectDis · X

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders https://t.co/DTGopkglLW #cellinfect

May 28, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 3,841 followers View post →

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Joy Y. Erdile (Kiddie), MSc, RD
@jyerdile · X

@richcollins @DiscoStew66 The reference was not general but to the specific role they play in the pathogenesis of Crohn's and Colitis (degrade protective mucus) https://t.co/rsXTh4W7cz

Dec 24, 2021 · 8,577 followers View post →
Anthony Jones
@bagan00 · X

"Frontiers | The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders | Cellular and Infection Microbiology" #AppendixCancer https://t.co/Bf3eij2Kr3

Jan 26, 2021 · 1 like · 914 followers View post →
Dr. Suzana Mantovani
@Tweet_Nutrition · X

#gut https://t.co/1qFR0rOkPU

Dec 12, 2020 · 1 like · 4,573 followers View post →
Jim Bloom
@jimmyroybloom · X

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Dec 5, 2020 · 2,465 followers View post →
Researching the Brain
@Brain_Database · X

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders https://t.co/lioTtxprM1

Jul 10, 2020 · 1 like · 1,037 followers View post →
#Autism
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The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders. https://t.co/YEWnlE17ku #PubMed #Autism

Jun 18, 2020 · 388 followers View post →
Paperbirds_Neurology
@PaperbirdsN · X

New article: The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders. https://t.co/CCV3qjlsJO #parkinsons #neurology https://t.co/QQau7X8xut

Jun 18, 2020 · 452 followers View post →
Well I Am
@well_i_amuk · X

New info on gut-brain axis. The mucous lining your gut plays a key role in preventing toxins from entering the bloodstream and creating inflammation within the brain, leading to mental issues Inc #depression https://t.co/SHtnrMwlp2

Jun 10, 2020 · 981 followers View post →
Researching the Brain
@Brain_Database · X

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders https://t.co/r6l6H864DI

Jun 9, 2020 · 1,037 followers View post →
Elisa Hill
@Eli_melb · X

RT @hotsciballoon: Nutshell #33: Altered thickness of the #gut mucus and different #bacteria in it may contribute to #Alzheimer's and #Park…

Jun 9, 2020 · 1 share · 1,223 followers View post →
Gretchen
@gretchenMD_MPH · X

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders “in all of four neurologic disorders, there is evidence of altered levels of mucosa-associated bacterial species, the authors report.” https://t.co/gIcie9sBth

Jun 8, 2020 · 195 followers View post →
Sally Hobbs
@sallynaturopath · X

RT @Psychobiotic: Bacteria just love warm mucus. The colon complies. https://t.co/Sr4b73vVAV

Jun 8, 2020 · 3 shares · 456 followers View post →
Hot Science Balloon
@hotsciballoon · X

Nutshell #33: Altered thickness of the #gut mucus and different #bacteria in it may contribute to #Alzheimer's and #Parkinson's disease, as well as other neurological disorders. From: @RMIT and @unimelb Article: https://t.co/IXLgvZVkl6 #science #reserach #medicine #microbiome https://t.co/iZCsWxVP2e

Jun 8, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 99 followers View post →
Andrea McBeth
@DreMcBeth · X

RT @Psychobiotic: Bacteria just love warm mucus. The colon complies. https://t.co/Sr4b73vVAV

Jun 8, 2020 · 3 shares · 259 followers View post →
UCCpsychiatry
@UCCpsychiatry · X

RT @Psychobiotic: Bacteria just love warm mucus. The colon complies. https://t.co/Sr4b73vVAV

Jun 8, 2020 · 3 shares · 3,522 followers View post →
Scott Anderson
@Psychobiotic · X

Bacteria just love warm mucus. The colon complies. https://t.co/Sr4b73vVAV

Jun 8, 2020 · 12 likes · 3 shares · 18,538 followers View post →
Katie Guzzetta
@ktguzz.bsky.social · Bluesky

Looking forward to reading this later. From the @Eli_melb lab "The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders" https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcimb.2020.00248/full

Jun 8, 2020 View post →
Katie Guzzetta
@ktguzz · X

Looking forward to reading this later. From the @Eli_melb lab "The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders" https://t.co/xWvCiwn5gF

Jun 8, 2020 · 4,773 followers View post →
Luke Whitmire
@WhitmirePhD · X

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Jun 6, 2020 · 241 followers View post →
Anthony Jones
@bagan00 · X

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders #Gastroenterology #neurogastroenterology https://t.co/Ssx5FbZg2O

Jun 5, 2020 · 914 followers View post →
Matt R. Frakes, PhD, RD, LDN, CSCS, ISAK-2
@SuperiorFrakes · X

New gut-brain link: How gut mucus could help treat brain disorders - https://t.co/jA8TKyOGqB via @neurosciencenew Full article --> https://t.co/Y951KYmuWm

Jun 4, 2020 · 3 likes · 3,648 followers View post →
Dr. Suzana Mantovani
@Tweet_Nutrition · X

The Role of the #Gastrointestinal #Mucus System in #Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders | Cellular and Infection Microbiology https://t.co/ttLqU7KM1G

Jun 1, 2020 · 4,573 followers View post →
Diego Emilia Redolar
@RedolarDiego · X

Frontiers | The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders | Cellular and Infection Microbiology https://t.co/mFhobBkF7Y

May 30, 2020 · 2,206 followers View post →
Healthy Foundations Research Group
@NeurodevHD · X

Your insides are a veritable wonderland of microenrironments and microbes keeping you healthy. All hail the snot and bugs in this review from @Eli_melb @HosieSuzanne

May 28, 2020 · 2 likes · 457 followers View post →
Frontiers - Infectious Disease
@FrontInfectDis · X

The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders https://t.co/DTGopkglLW #cellinfect

May 28, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 3,841 followers View post →
SchleimWelten
@SchleimWelten · X

RT @SusanneWedlich: Great overview! No idea if or how mucus-neuro-connection will hold up but that is fascinating stuff. The Role of the G…

May 28, 2020 · 1 share · 79 followers View post →
Susanne Wedlich @susannewedlich.bsky.social
@SusanneWedlich · X

Great overview! No idea if or how mucus-neuro-connection will hold up but that is fascinating stuff. The Role of the Gastrointestinal Mucus System in Intestinal Homeostasis: Implications for Neurological Disorders https://t.co/eHk5cpy4Rh

May 28, 2020 · 1 share · 765 followers View post →