Running: How Exercise Reverses Junk Food's Impact on the Brain

Running: How Exercise Reverses Junk Food's Impact on the Brain

The problem is that "Western" junk food diets high in fat and sugar damage mental health by causing depression-like behaviour and hormonal imbalances. The solution is voluntary running, which researchers at University College Cork found can reverse these negative effects. This benefits people by restoring gut metabolites and balancing hormones like insulin and leptin, providing a practical mood boost even when diet isn't perfect. However, a healthy diet is still needed to fully unlock the brain's ability to grow new neurons.

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