The effect of recent meal recall and its implications for weight loss

While the influence of a high-fat or ‘Western’ diet on risk of metabolic disorders is well known, Cordner & Tamashiro (2015) consider the more recent reports of fat-rich diet’s impact on the brain, behavior and cognition. This review analyzes the techniques employed by rodent models to assess learning and memory, and discusses findings from studies […]

The term “cognitive function” describes one’s capacity to carry out deliberate mental labor. Research has demonstrated that consuming foods rich in flavanols, such as chocolate, can have neurobiological effects and enhance learning, memory, and overall cognitive function. Based on a review of existing studies, this study by Shateri et al. (2024) sought to investigate the […]