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Brain Health Topic:
 Vagal signaling between the gut and the CNS contributes to appetite regulation. inflammation and immune
 responses. gastrointestinal motility. nausea. emesis. and even mood1-6
 . Therefore. vagal neurons are an
 attractive target for medical interventions. Since vagal signaling may be modulated within the digestive tract.
 drugs need not cross the blood-brain barrier. reducing potential side effects and toxicity. To eventually identify
 potentially drug-able targets within the vagus to improve mental and digestive health.

The University of Texas at San Antonio
Macpherson, Lindsey