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Food and the Brain

  • Published30 Oct 2015
  • Reviewed30 Oct 2015
  • Author Juliet M. Beverly
  • Source BrainFacts/SfN

For most people, food is part of a daily routine. Food gives us energy and vital nutrients. It comforts us and brings us together when we share a meal and form lasting memories. But when we talk about food, we tend to focus more on the belly than the brain. In this Roundup, click on the tags in the image to learn more about how different foods affect your brain.

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