Interrelationships among the Gut, Mitochondrial Function, and Neurological Sequelae

Over the last century, a connection between gastrointestinal (GI) abnormalities and problems outside of the GI tract has become evident. Over time, a number of ideas have been developed to explain potential mechanisms of action for the gut-brain connection. This article’s overall focus is on the interaction between the gut and the brain, it highlights mitochondrial function as one of the critical bridges between these two body systems.