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Guidance varies widely around the world, and in many places it’s still unclear or missing altogether.

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#Omega3 #NutritionScience #BrainHealth #PublicHealth #EPA #DHA #FoodForTheBrain #FABResearch

06.03.2026 16:26 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🐟 How much #Omega3 do you need daily?

Despite it's well-known role in brain development, heart health, immune function & mental wellbeing, many populations still fall short of recommended intakes.

Guidance varies widely around the world, and in many places it’s still unclear or missing altogether.

06.03.2026 16:26 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“… Wed 25th Mar 2026 | 6:00–7:30pm GMT

πŸŽ₯ Can't attend live? The recording will be available to all who book.

🐟 Early Bird tickets available until Sun 15th March!

Whether you're a clinician, researcher, nutrition professional, or simply curious about the evidence β€” this is the session for you.

05.03.2026 08:36 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🧠 #Omega3, #Inflammation & #BrainHealth

Join is for this live webinar with Professor Philip Calder, a world-leading expert in nutritional immunology, as he unpacks the latest evidence.

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#NutritionalScience #FABResearch #MentalHealth

05.03.2026 08:36 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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For a generation that grew up surrounded by brightly packaged snacks, drive-thru convenience and 24/7 delivery apps, the question becomes bigger than diet trends or personal discipline.

#UltraProcessedFoods #FoodAddiction #PublicHealth #DietCulture

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26.02.2026 17:07 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
FAB: Ultraprocessed foods show addictionlike patterns comparable to tobacco, researchers say addiction, cigarettes, commercial determinants of health, public policy, tobacco regulation, ultraprocessed foods

Researchers found striking similarities btwn #UltraProcessedFoods and #tobacco productsβ€”both deliberately formulated to amplify reward in the brain, encourage habitual use & shape public perception in ways that protect profits

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#FoodAddiction #FABResearch

26.02.2026 17:05 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Children who more closely adhered 2 the unhealthy dietary pattern at age 2 scored lower on IQ tests at ages 6 - 7. The association remained even after accounting for a wide range of social, economic, & family factors that could influence cognitive development

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23.02.2026 18:05 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Early childhood nutritionβ€”particularly exposure to ultraprocessed foodsβ€”may play a meaningful role in shaping brain development

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#ToddlerNutrition #ChildDevelopment #UltraprocessedFoods #ChildHealth #NutritionScience #FABResearch

23.02.2026 18:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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New report warns of widening inequalities in food education | Sustain A major new report from The School of Artisan Food’s Best Food Forward programme highlights overwhelming public support for food education in England’s schools, while exposing significant gaps and ine...

A major new report from The School of Artisan Food’s Best Food Forward programme highlights overwhelming public support for food education in England’s schools, while exposing significant gaps and inequalities of access.

For more information >>> www.sustainweb.org/news/feb26-h...

23.02.2026 13:01 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
FAB: Why strict diets are a bad idea for long-term weight loss Weight loss, Dieting, Food cravings, Fad diets

Food cravings are often dependent on mood & may be particularly bad when we feel stressed. They can also be especially intense in the afternoon & evening when we feel more tired & have less willpower to resist these cravings.

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#HealthyEating #NoCrashDiets

20.02.2026 17:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Why strict diets are a bad idea for long-term weight loss

Cutting out the foods you love can trigger cravings so intense they make dieting impossible.

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#WeightLoss #HealthyEating #NoCrashDiets #FABResearch

20.02.2026 17:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
FAB: Gut microbiome may be the link to gluten sensitivity without celiac disease adverse immune response, antibiotics, carbohydrate metabolism, celiac disease, gluten, gluten sensitivity, gut microbiome, inflammation, immune system, intestinal bacteria, microbiota composition, non...

Antibiotics altered gut bacteria in mice, changing how they processed nutrients and igniting inflammatory responses.

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19.02.2026 17:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Up to 15% of the population experience celiac‑like symptoms but test negative for celiac disease.

The gut microbiome may play an important role in how the immune system responds to gluten, even in people who do not have celiac disease.

#GutHealth #Microbiome #GlutenSensitivity #FABResearch

19.02.2026 17:45 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

"However, the mental health implications of diet have been underexplored by comparison, particularly for drinks that are energy dense but low in nutrients."

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#NutritionAndMentalHealth #SugaryDrinks #YouthWellbeing #AnxietyRelief #PublicHealth #FABResearch

17.02.2026 18:39 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Sugary drinks linked to anxiety in young people

"With increasing concern about adolescent nutrition, most public health initiatives have emphasized the physical consequences of poor dietary habits, such as obesity & type-2 diabetes," - Dr Chloe Casey, Lecturer in Nutrition & co-author of the study

17.02.2026 18:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Depression is rarely a single, uniform condition, and nutrition won’t help everyoneβ€”but this resource can start conversations about the role of brain-essential fats in mental healthcare.

#NutritionalNeuroscience #MentalHealth #FABResearch

05.02.2026 13:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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#Depression #EPA #FABResearch

05.02.2026 13:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Even with international treatment guidelines, omega-3 info hasn’t been widely shared w healthcare providers, or translated into clinical practice in the UK

This new resource summarises 25 years of evidence, biological mechanisms, & practical advice on dosage & safety

#MentalHealth

05.02.2026 13:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

1 factor stands out in decades of research yet is still under-recognised in mental healthcare: long-chain omega-3 status

Especially in Major Depressive Disorder, which is often recurrent & disabling, both quality of life & physical health can be profoundly affected

#EPA #Depression

05.02.2026 13:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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NEW Resource on Depression and Omega-3: What does the Evidence Say?

Despite best-practice treatments, many people still don’t get full relief from depressive symptoms. So what else should we be paying attention to? 🧠

#MentalHealth #NutritionalPsychiatry #FABResearch

05.02.2026 13:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Weight Loss Drugs Might Be Sabotaging Your Nutrition

28.01.2026 16:14 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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When food intake drops, the body still needs essential vitamins, minerals & protein to keep cells, muscles & organs functioning properly. If those nutrients are not packed into a smaller amount of food, deficiencies can develop

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#WeightLossJourney

28.01.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1

✨ Learn:
β€’ How nutrition influences ADHD, dyslexia, and related challenges
β€’ What the evidence really says (and what it doesn’t)
β€’ Why emotional dysregulation mattersβ€”and how food fits in
β€’ Realistic changes that support brain health, without extreme diets

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21.01.2026 18:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

ADHD, and What Else…?
3 Expert Webinars – Now 20% Off

Use promo code WHATELSE at checkout
⏰ Offer ends 31 January 2026

πŸ‘‰ Find out more: www.fabresearch.org/adhd-and-what-else

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#ADHD #Neurodiversity #Dyslexia #BrainHealth #NutritionScience #MentalWellbeing #EmotionalRegulation

21.01.2026 18:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Backed by evidence and delivered with practical, neurodivergent-friendly strategies, they give you the clarity and confidence to support attention, emotional regulation, and wellbeingβ€”without guesswork or extreme diets. 2/4

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Navigating ADHD, dyslexia, & related challenges can feel overwhelmingβ€”especially when it comes to understanding how diet & nutrition fit in

These 3 expert webinars show u how food, nutrients, & lifestyle factors quietly shape focus, learning, mood, & overall brain health. 1/4

#ADHD #Neurodiversity

21.01.2026 18:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Plant-based eating can bring real benefits, but only when it is well planned. Many nutrients critical for brain health are richest in animal-based foods, including fish

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#Veganuary #Vegetarian

15.01.2026 19:21 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Omega-3 supplement failed to improve moderate-to-severe depression more than placebo, in children study.

The trial evaluated children and adolescents with moderate-to-severe major depressive disorder.

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#Omega3 #Omega3FattyAcids #NutritionResearch

12.01.2026 18:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Ketone bodies may also reduce post-acute withdrawal symptoms (PAWS), a period marked by anxiety, irritability, and dysphoria, often triggering relapse.

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#KetogenicDiet #BrainHealth #NutritionScience #MentalWellness #AddictionRecovery

08.01.2026 18:25 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

By maintaining stable glucose and insulin levels and providing an alternative fuel source to the brain, Ketogenic Diets may blunt cravings and mood instability.

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#KetogenicDiet #BrainHealth #NutritionScience #MentalWellness #AddictionRecovery

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