Lipids constitute the bulk of the dry mass of the brain and have been associated with healthy
function as well as the most common pathological conditions of the brain. Demographic …

Nutrition is essential for human growth, particularly in newborns and children. An optimal
growth needs a correct diet, in order to ensure an adequate intake of macronutrients and …

New research points to a possible link between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the gut
microbiota as many autistic children have co-occurring gastrointestinal problems. This …

The developing human brain requires all essential nutrients to form and to maintain its
structure. Infant and child cognitive development is dependent on adequate nutrition …

A typical feature of marine foods is that they are rich in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and
eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), which have formed a large-scale global industry. DHA/EPA …

Genetic predisposition to obesity presents a paradox: how do genetic variants with a
detrimental impact on human health persist through evolutionary time? Numerous …

A nutritional approach could be a promising strategy to prevent or slow the progression of
neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease, since there is no …

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) enriched in
phospholipids in the brain and retina, is known to play multi-functional roles in brain health …

Recent advances in functional foods and nutraceuticals have emphasized the beneficial
impact of bioactive molecules on human health and longevity. The omega-3 (ω-3) long …

Infant formulas are an alternative to replace or supplement human milk when breastfeeding
is not possible. The knowledge of human milk's bioactive compounds and their beneficial …