Background Numerous studies have reported the association of ultra-processed foods with
excess body weight; however, the nature and extent of this relation has not been clearly …

It is becoming clearer how neurobiological mechanisms generate 'liking'and
'wanting'components of food reward. Mesocorticolimbic mechanisms that enhance …

Abstract Purpose of Review The aim of this narrative review was to summarize and critique
recent evidence evaluating the association between ultra-processed food intake and …

Background Environmental and lifestyle changes, in addition to the ageing of populations,
are generally believed to account for the rapid global increase in type 2 diabetes prevalence …

It is well established that poor inhibitory control confers both a vulnerability to, and
maintenance of, addictive behaviors across the substance and behavioral spectrums. By …

The diagnostic construct of “food addiction” is a highly controversial subject. The current
systematic review is the first to evaluate empirical studies examining the construct of “food …

Abstract Background The US National Institutes of Mental Health Research Domain Criteria
(RDoC) seek to stimulate research into biologically validated neuropsychological …

Obesity is one of the most serious and prevalent non-communicable diseases of the twenty-
first century. It is also a patient-centered condition in which affected individuals seek …

Ultra-processed foods (UPF) are energy-dense, nutritionally unbalanced products, low in
fiber but high in saturated fat, salt, and sugar. Recently, UPF consumption has increased …

The obesity epidemic has been widely publicized in the media worldwide. Investigators at all
levels have been looking for factors that have contributed to the development of this …