Scientists uncover how chili peppers may influence ADHD symptoms through gut-brain connections—could diet play a bigger role in treatment?
Research: The possible effects of chili peppers on ADHD in relation to the gut microbiota. Image Credit: MarcoFood / Shutterstock
In a recent review article in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, researchers described what is currently known about the potential application of chili peppers in treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) through its impacts on the gut microbiome.
Capsaicin, the active component found in peppers, along with fatty acids and vitamin C, may modify gut microbial communities and improve ADHD symptoms through the gut-brain axis. Research suggests capsaicin can influence neurotransmitter levels, including serotonin and…