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Pathobionts

Pathobionts are microorganisms that are a part of the human microbiome and usually live as non-harmful symbionts but can cause harm under certain circumstances.…

Parasympathetic Nervous System

The parasympathetic nervous system is a division of the autonomic nervous system (ANS), often called the “rest and digest” system. It promotes relaxation, slowing…

Paracellular diffusion

Paracellular diffusion involves several ions or molecules passing through the specialized tight junctions between the epithelium cells in the gut layer (Riechmann, 2021),.

Palatability

A term used in research generally refers to certain foods’ highly stimulating properties (namely fat, sugar, and salt).

Oxidative Stress

Oxidative stress is an imbalance between the production of harmful reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body’s ability to neutralize them. It can potentially…

Orthonasal Olfaction

Ambient odors presented through the nose that have their most important function in the anticipation phase of eating (Boesvelt, 2017).

Yes We Can: Eating Healthy on a Limited Budget

Negative Impact of Sugar on the Brain

https://www.verywellmind.com/how-sugar-affects-the-brain-4065218

Scientists Reveal the Relationship Between Sugar and Cancer

Junk Food Found to Impair Certain Aspects of Learning, Memory and Appetitive Behavior

COVID-19 and Modified Dietary Habits in an Italian Sample Population

COVID-19: The Inflammation Link and the Role of Nutrition in Potential Mitigation