Circadian gatekeepers of the gut–brain–immune axis: implications for neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration

Jun 13, 2026Journal of neuroinflammation

Daily rhythms controlling the gut, brain, and immune system: links to brain inflammation and degeneration

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Abstract

Circadian rhythms are involved in modulating gut microbiota composition and immune responses.

  • Circadian rhythms are primarily regulated by light-dark cycles.
  • The composition of gut microbiota is influenced by circadian rhythms.
  • There is a bidirectional relationship between circadian rhythms and gut microbiota.
  • Interactions between circadian rhythms and gut microbiota may affect brain function.
  • This interplay is associated with neuroinflammation and the progression of neurodegenerative diseases.

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