Effects of Processed Foods on Brain Reward Circuitry and Food Cue Learning
This is a subaward with Stanford University

In this research study, investigators are examining the ability of ultra-processed foods (e.g., candy, soft drinks, pizza, milkshakes, and chips) to activate brain regions that influence eating behaviors. They are also investigating the relative role of caloric density versus flavor additives of ultra-processed food driving brain activation and how individual differences in brain response to ultra-processed foods increase the risk for overconsumption of these foods and future weight gain.

Investigators

Principal Investigator, ORI
Eric Stice
Principal Investigator, Stanford University
Project Start Date

03/01/2024

Project End Date

02/28/2029

Funding Agency

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

Current Status

Active, not recruiting