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Kids three times as likely to eat healthy after watching cooking shows with healthy food

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 3, 2020

Children aged between 10-12 were almost three times as likely to make healthier eating decisions after watching cooking shows that featured healthy foods.... Read More...

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Depression linked to nutrition in middle-aged and older adults

Neuroscience NewsNovember 12, 2019

Poor nutrition was linked to an increased risk of depression in middle-aged and older adults. Men who consume higher levels of fat and lower levels of omega-3 were more prone to depression. A diet low in fruits and vegetables was also associated with increased depression risks.... Read More...

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Vegan and Plant-Based Diets Worsen Brain Health

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 1, 2019

Eating a vegan or plant-based diet can be bad for your brain health, especially if you already have a low choline intake, researchers report. ... Read More...

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From cradle to grave: Postnatal overnutrition linked to aging

Neuroscience NewsAugust 26, 2019

Islets of Langerhans in overnourished infant mice showed epigenetic profiles resembling those of much older mice.... Read More...

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Supplements for brain health show no benefit

Neuroscience NewsJune 21, 2019

Supplements marketed to promote 'brain health' often overstate the products' benefits and do little-to-nothing to improve the aging brain. Researchers investigate the hidden dangers and false claims behind these products, which are highly profitable for manufacturers, but not so beneficial for consumers. ... Read More...

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Study links poor sleep with poor nutrition

Neuroscience NewsJune 9, 2019

A retrospective analysis finds a correlation between sleep disorders and a lack of essential vitamins and minerals. ... Read More...

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Unlocking the Mysteries of the Teenage Brain

Neuroscience NewsMay 6, 2018

When trying to understand the teenage brain, researchers need to focus on individual differences, a new paper suggests. ... Read More...

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Eating Insects Might Seem Yucky, But They Are Nutritious and Digestible

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 25, 2018

According to researchers, modern primates, including humans, are still able to digest insects as well as our ancestors did. The CHIA gene allows us to digest an insect's exoskeleton, researchers report.... Read More...

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Nutrition May Play Key Role in Early Psychosis Treatment

Neuroscience NewsDecember 1, 2017

A new study reveals nutritional deficiencies in early stages of psychosis. Dietary intervention may help to maximize recovery.... Read More...

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Nutrition Has Benefits For Brain Organization

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 9, 2017

A new study reveals higher levels of monounsaturated fatty acids are linked to greater general intelligence. ... Read More...

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Prenatal Lack of Omegas 3 and 6 Linked to Schizophrenia Symptoms as Adults: Mouse Study

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 5, 2017

RIKEN researchers discover deprivation of omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids during pregnancy can alter gene expression, increasing the risk of schizophrenia in the offspring.... Read More...

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Chocolate and Cocoa Aren’t Just Treats, They Are Good For Cognition Too

Neuroscience NewsJune 29, 2017

According to researchers, cocoa flavanols could have a neuroprotective effect. In a recent study, researchers found enhancements in working memory and improved visual information processing in participants who had taken cocoa flavanols. Additionally, women who ate cocoa products reported less cognitive impairments following sleep deprivation.... Read More...

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Kids three times as likely to eat healthy after watching cooking shows with healthy food

Depression linked to nutrition in middle-aged and older adults

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