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Secretory Immunoglobulin A (sIgA)

sIgA is an antibody secreted by plasma cells into the gut lumen. It forms a protective barrier against harmful pathogens that enter the gut…

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia, which derives from the Greek words “schízein” (splitting) and “phrḗn” (mind), is a severe psychotic disorder characterized by significant deficits in cognition, behavior,…

Satiety

Satiety is a feeling of “fullness” that occurs after an eating episode and has an appetite-suppressant effect (Booth, 2003).

Psychological Resilience

Psychological resilience refers to an individual’s ability to adapt and bounce back from adversity, trauma, or stress. It involves mental toughness, emotional strength, and…

Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are a specific class of signaling molecules released by neurons to communicate with other neurons or target cells. They are typically small molecules,…

Food Texture

Food texture is defined as a group of physical properties derived from food structure that can be sensed by elements of the oral and…

Processed Food Hurts Your Immune System — And Your Kids’ Too

A study published in Nutrition Journal looked at the impact the Western diet and lifestyle has on people’s immune function. It found that…

A Greater Role in Nutritional Health

Can What We Eat Affect How We Feel?

Nutritional psychiatrists counsel patients on how better eating may be another tool in helping to ease depression and anxiety and may lead to better…

Could Junk Food Lead to Poor Eye Health as You Age?

Aim to fill your plate with fruit, dairy, poultry, fish, and vegetables—instead of processed and fried foods—research suggests…

Sometimes Frozen Vegetables Can Be Even Healthier than Fresh – Here’s Why

Frozen veggies line the freezers from top to bottom at the grocery store. But with many myths floating around today discrediting frozen…

Coronavirus: How to Keep Your Gut Microbiome Healthy to Fight COVID-19

Many countries have sealed their borders and put the population under voluntary or enforced lockdown. Cultural and sporting events…