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Figure 9: The Gut-Brain Axis and Autoimmunity — Dr. Pedro A. Deliz, MD
The enteric nervous system contains 500 million neurons — more than the spinal cord. This chapter explores the bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain, and how dysbiosis, leaky gut, and neuroinflammation are deeply intertwined with autoimmune disease.
This chapter is part of the complete "Immune Reset" book by Dr. Pedro A. Deliz, MD. The full text, clinical protocols, dosing recommendations, and referenced studies are available in the published edition.
Key Topics Covered
- The enteric nervous system: 500 million neurons in the gut
- The vagus nerve as the immune-brain highway
- Dysbiosis and its role in triggering autoimmune flares
- Leaky gut (intestinal permeability) and molecular mimicry
- Probiotics, prebiotics, and fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT)