Post-operative cognitive dysfunction is exacerbated by high-fat diet via TLR4 and prevented by dietary DHA supplementation

The impact of diet on brain atrophy related to aging remains largely unproven. The purpose of this study by Kaplan et al. (2022) was to examine how age-related brain atrophy is affected by a Mediterranean diet (MED), which is lower in red and processed meats and higher in polyphenols (Green-MED diet). MRI measurements of brain […]

In an effort to reduce the calorie content of food, nonnutritive sweeteners (NNS) provide an alternative that helps sate sugar cravings. Despite their popular use in food and drink, several knowledge gaps remain, such as the potential impact of NNS on appetite, and the links between sex, obesity, and appetite responses to NNS versus other […]