Violence, aggression and our food

The traditional view within criminal justice posits that behavior is purely a result of individual choice, simplifying the complexities of sentencing. However, this perspective overlooks the critical role of the brain, a physical entity requiring proper nutrition to function effectively. Contrary to the simplistic notion that crimes are committed without thought, the authors emphasize the […]

This is a randomized placebo-controlled trial from 2002 that checked whether adding nutritional value to young adult prisoners’ diets can positively affect their behavior. There was already evidence indicating that offenders’ lack of essential nutrients in their diets may adversely influence their behaviors. The 231 prisoners were randomly allocated to either receive a placebo capsule […]