Everyday Neuro 006: How Diet Affects Cognition - Exploring the Consumption of Caffeine, Alcohol and the So-called Western Diet
Everyday Neuro: Psychology and Neuroscience Podcast
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Understanding BMI Limitations and Genetic Predispositions in Unhealthy Eating Habits
Exploring the shortcomings of BMI as a measure of body fat percentage and health, while discussing the influence of genetic factors on food choices within the Western diet. The chapter also uncovers how brain regions associated with food reward processing, particularly the nucleus accumbens, may contribute to weight gain and unhealthy eating habits in children at risk of obesity.
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