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Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. It involves exploring and understanding various aspects of our cognition, emotion, perception, personality, and…

Satiation

The feeling of fullness that occurs during a meal letting you know that you’ve eaten enough and don’t want to eat anymore. Think “at…

Satiety hormones

Satiety hormones promote feelings of fullness and satisfaction after eating. Hormones like cholecystokinin (CCK) and leptin fall into this category.

Signaling molecules

Signaling molecules carry information (messages) from one cell to adjacent cells within the body. Signaling molecules vary in size, shape, structure, and function. For…

Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs)

SCFAs such as acetate, propionate, and butyrate are the most common microbial metabolites produced in the large intestine’s digestion of complex carbohydrates (dietary fibers).…

Serotonin

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that contributes to the regulation of mood, appetite, and sleep. It is widely distributed in the central nervous system and…

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Mushroom Consumption May Lower Risk of Depression

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