Interaction between the gut and the brain is essential for energy homeostasis. In obesity, this
homeostasis is disrupted, leading to a positive energy balance and weight gain. Obesity is a …

There is significant evidence linking a 'reward deficiency syndrome'(RDS), comprising
decreased availability of striatal dopamine D2-like receptors (DD2lR) and addiction-like …

Introduction The post-COVID-19 condition (PCC) is characterized by persistent, distressing
symptoms following an acute COVID-19 infection. These symptoms encompass various …

Background Reward sensitivity has been proposed as a potential mediator of outcomes for
bariatric surgery. Objectives We aimed to determine whether gustatory and psychometric …

Abstract Purpose The Power of Food Scale (PFS) is a tool for measuring the hedonic impact
of food environments rich in palatable foods. The purpose of this study was to validate the …

Purpose In this study, it was aimed to evaluate the relationship of hedonic hunger with food
addiction and obesity in university students. Methods The research sample consists of 275 …

Stress and low mood are powerful triggers for compulsive overeating, a maladaptive form of
eating leading to negative physical and mental health consequences. Stress-vulnerable …

Abstract Introduction The computerized Leeds Food Preference Questionnaire measures
liking and wanting for food images as separable components of food reward. We aimed to …

Background: Steatosis is the most common liver disease worldwide and the leading cause
of liver-associated morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study was to explore the …

Purpose The aim of this study is to determine factors affecting hedonic hunger in adults.
Design and methods A cross‐sectional research design was used to collect face‐to‐face …