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Brain changes and obesity
Oct 24, 2023
Dr. Kathleen Keller, researcher studying taste preferences and food choices in kids, discusses brain signaling in relation to obesity. The podcast explores childhood food preferences, brain changes and obesity through functional MRI, challenges and resilience in obesity, repeated exposure to develop food preferences, and the importance of helping people with obesity.
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- Repeated exposure to foods helps children overcome initial reluctance and fear of new foods, leading to increased acceptance and liking.
- Access to fruits and vegetables anytime, even in the middle of the night, is important for promoting healthy eating patterns in children.
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Researching Children's Eating Behaviors and Food Preferences
Dr. Kathleen Keller discusses her research on children's eating behaviors and food preferences. She explains her initial interest in combining her passion for food and nutrition and how it led her to study genetics and taste preferences in kids. Dr. Keller then discusses her current work at Penn State, where she uses MRI technology to understand how children's brains respond to food cues like advertising and large portion sizes. She explores the connection between brain activation and behaviors like impulse control and decision making.
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