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The neurobiology of noshing: Why is it so easy to overeat calorie-rich tasty foods?

When you eat something super tasty, ever wonder why you really don’t want to stop even though you know you’ve eaten enough? Scientists may have found the reason. In lab experiments, They have discovered a specific network of cellular communication emanating from the emotion-processing region of the brain, motivating mice to keep eating tasty food […]

Published on April 24, 2019

Could a popular food ingredient raise the risk for diabetes and obesity?

Consumption of propionate, a food ingredient that’s widely used in baked goods, animal feeds, and artificial flavorings, appears to increase levels of several hormones that are associated with risk of obesity and diabetes, according to new research. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute […]

Published on April 24, 2019

Brain scans on movie watchers reveal how we judge people

Researchers used brain scans to reveal the biases people feel towards people who are like them, even if they can’t see that they are like them. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge […]

Published on April 24, 2019