A new study shows that a lack of dietary fiber leads to rapid inflammation in the aging brain's amygdala, impairing emotional memory.

Food choices can affect not only the body but also the brain, especially as people grow older. Scientists have long known that highly processed foods can contribute to health problems such as obesity, ...

A new study in rats highlights that the amygdala is particularly sensitive to a highly-processed, low-fiber diet.

Refined low-fiber diets disrupt amygdala function and emotional memory in seniors, independent of high fat or sugar intake.

An international group of researchers led by Vanderbilt University has discovered for the first time that there are cannabinoid receptors in the amygdala. The amygdala is one of the primary brain ...

Cytokines are well-known players in the immune response, helping to control inflammation and coordinate the responses of other immune cells. However, a growing body of evidence suggests that some ...