"The study reveals that just five days of junk food can significantly change brain activity, mimicking alterations typically observed in those with obesity."
"After returning to a normal diet, the lasting changes in brain regions tied to appetite and reward may hinder one's ability to manage cravings effectively."
A study published in Nature Metabolism shows that just five days of high-caloric junk food can significantly alter brain activity patterns, resembling those found in obesity. Researchers at the University of Tübingen split participants into two groups, one maintaining a regular diet, and the other consuming 1,500 extra calories daily. Despite no weight gain in the junk food group, the brain changes persisted even after returning to a normal diet, indicating potential long-term effects on appetite regulation and food cravings, complicating future dietary choices.
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