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Briefing: Gut bacteria that make serotonin may hold the key to IBS

Strategic angle: Researchers have identified two gut bacteria that can produce serotonin, a key chemical that regulates bowel movements.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-14 · 1 MIN READ

Microbes boost serotonin levels in mice lacking the chemical.

Increased nerve cells in the colon observed during experiments.