Macronutrients–carbohydrates, fats, and proteins–supply the nutrients required for optimal
functioning. Inadequate intake compromises both physical and brain health. We synthesized …

Postprandial glucose, together with related hyperinsulinemia and lipidaemia, has been
implicated in the development of chronic metabolic diseases like obesity, type 2 diabetes …

Breakfast is recommended as part of a healthy diet because it is associated with healthier
macro-and micronutrient intakes, BMI and lifestyle. Breakfast is also widely promoted to …

Compared to individuals who work during the day, shift workers are at higher risk of a range
of metabolic disorders and diseases (eg, obesity, cardiovascular disease, peptic ulcers …

Sensory, physiological and psychological mechanisms are reviewed that underlie emotional
influences on food choice. Both moods and emotions are considered. Eating a meal will …

The relationship between breakfast composition and cognitive performance was examined
in elementary school children. Two experiments compared the effects of two common US …

BACKGROUND: Several cross-sectional studies reported that heavier children eat breakfast
less often. However, no longitudinal studies have addressed whether skipping breakfast …

The workers and employees in various institutions are subjected to different shifts and work
schedules. The employees work not only at daytime but also during odd hours at night. The …

Twenty-nine schoolchildren were tested throughout the morning on 4 successive days,
having a different breakfast each day (either of the cereals Cheerios or Shreddies, glucose …

Background: Dietary factors might modify cognitive decline that results from aging. Fatty
acids, which are limiting factors in brain development, are prime candidates. Objective: We …