Most individuals with obesity become so before age 35 and adolescent's unhealthy dietary patterns, specifically high intake of ultra-processed foods and poor overall diet quality, may contribute to energy overconsumption and weight gain. The overall objective of this research is to establish proof-of-concept for altered reward processing measured by brain response to ultra-processed foods, an increase in ad libitum energy intake, and adverse effects on executive function in response to an ultra-processed diet (81% total energy) compared to a diet emphasizing minimally processed foods in individuals aged 18-25 years.
Eating Behavior, Eating Habit
Most individuals with obesity become so before age 35 and adolescent's unhealthy dietary patterns, specifically high intake of ultra-processed foods and poor overall diet quality, may contribute to energy overconsumption and weight gain. The overall objective of this research is to establish proof-of-concept for altered reward processing measured by brain response to ultra-processed foods, an increase in ad libitum energy intake, and adverse effects on executive function in response to an ultra-processed diet (81% total energy) compared to a diet emphasizing minimally processed foods in individuals aged 18-25 years.
Young Adult Eating Habits
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, United States, 24061
Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, Roanoke, Virginia, United States, 24016
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18 Years to 25 Years
ALL
Yes
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University,
Alexandra G DiFeliceantonio, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Brenda M Davy, PhD, RDN, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
2024-12-31