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Explore the fascinating intersection of nutrition, neuroscience, and psychiatry in this 52-minute conference talk that examines how food influences mood and mental health. Discover the scientific explanations behind "hanger" (hunger-induced irritability), learn how specific foods can potentially alleviate depression and anxiety, and understand the neurological mechanisms that connect taste to powerful memories. Delve into cutting-edge research on emotional eating patterns, innovative approaches to helping cancer patients regain their sense of taste after chemotherapy, and emerging evidence for using food as a therapeutic tool for mental health improvement.
Syllabus
Chew on This: The Delicious Science of Food and Mood
Taught by
The Aspen Institute