As we enter the festive countdown, our craving for something sweet reaches fever pitch. But why do we splurge on sweet treats, especially at this time of the year?
The neurological basis of why people binge eat has become slightly clearer as a study has identified specific neural pathways that can inhibit this eating practice.
The hormone responsible for controlling appetite may have a detrimental effect on the ability to make decisions and control impulse, a study has concluded.
Given the choice between eating something calorific with an unpleasant taste and more pleasant tasting food that is calorie-light, the brain places energy needs first, a study has shown.
The pleasure derived from eating certain foods may be seen in the eyes – a finding that could help food scientists develop tasty foods that without the ‘side effect’ of excessive calories, according to a small study published in the journal Obesity.
People with insulin resistance have a lower dopamine release response to sugar intakes - possibly leading to further overeating and a downward spiral towards diabetes, warn researchers.
Manipulating our preconceptions on how filling we think food will be before we eat it may offer an interesting avenue in weight control, indicate new findings from the UK.
