Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology

The neuroendocrine system is a complex regulatory system that connects the hypothalamus and pituitary gland to the brain. It comprises neurons, neurochemicals, and several internal hormone-producing glands and tissues that…

Neurogenesis is the process by which new neurons are generated from neural stem cells. This occurs primarily in specific brain regions, such as the hippocampus, and plays a key role…

Neuroimmunology is an interdisciplinary field that investigates the interactions between the nervous system (neurology) and the immune system (immunology), exploring the role of immune responses in neurological disorders and the…

Neuroinflammation denotes the localized inflammation in the brain or nervous system triggered by diverse stimuli, including injury, infection, chronic diseases, and poor dietary habits characterized by excessive consumption of processed…

Neuromarketing is a marketing technique that employs sensory stimuli, such as music, visual imagery, and color, to elicit subconscious emotional responses that influence consumer behavior. This approach leverages neuroscience to…

Neurons, also known as nerve cells, are the basic building blocks of the nervous system. They are specialized cells that process and transmit information through electrical impulses. Neurons play a…

Neuropeptide Y is a peptide neurotransmitter in the brain that stimulates hunger and increases food intake. It is associated with promoting appetite.

Neuropeptides are a class of signaling molecules produced in the nervous system and other tissues throughout the body. They are typically larger and more complex than neurotransmitters and are made…

Neuroplasticity, often called brain plasticity, is the capacity of the brain to reorganize and adapt by forming new neural connections throughout life. This is essential for learning, memory, and the…

Neuropods are specialized extensions of certain enteroendocrine cells (EECs) in the gut that form direct synaptic connections with vagal afferent neurons. Unlike traditional hormone-based signaling, neuropods use rapid neurotransmission, primarily…