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Diet, Brain,
Behavior
Diet, Brain, Behavior Practical Implications
As the field of nutritional neuroscience has grown, both the munity and the
general population have expressed a heightened interest in the effect of nutrients on behavior.
Diet, Brain, Behavior: Practical Implications presents the work of a diverse group of
scientists who collectively explore the broad scope of research in the field.
The subject matter of each chapter in this volume was chosen to ensure the current or
potential for further applicability to practical, applied issues. Topics discussed include:
• Concepts of mental energy and fatigue
• The dangers of obesity and its effect on behavior
• Exercise, dietary restriction, and supplements for weight loss
• The effects of caffeine, creatine, theanine, B vitamins, and other
dietary supplements on brain functioning and behavior
• The reward deficiency hypothesis and eating disorders
• The importance of maintaining proper fluid intake
• The effects of eating breakfast on performance
• The role of diet in pain sensitivity
During the past decade, there has been an explosion in research and publications in this
field. This collection of contributions represents the cutting edge of current research and new
advancements in this area. The book provides essential information to those working in a
diverse range of fields, including nutrition, neuroscience, psychology, and exercise physiology
as well as medicine, dietetics, and occupational therapy.
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Robin B. Kanarek and Harris R. Lieberman
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Diet, Brain,
Behavior
Practical Implications
Diet, Brain,
Behavior
Practical Implications
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Robin b. Kanarek and Harris R. Lieberman
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