A region of the brain known as the amygdala is normally activated when people perceive fear and anger in others. This region, which is part of the limbic system, conveys the message to other regions of the brain to prepare oneself for what may be a threatening situation. We’ve seen previous research that offers an epigenetic … Continue reading DNA Methylation Could Explain How People Respond to Fear and Anger
Are trans-fats linked to aggressive behavior?
New data on dietary trans-fatty acids (dTFA) indicate that they could be contributing to aggressive, irrational behavior, though dTFA are primarily synthetic compounds that have been introduced only recently. In one timely peer-reviewed study by researchers from the University of California, San Diego, "dTFA were strongly significantly associated with greater aggression, with dTFA more consistently predictive than … Continue reading Are trans-fats linked to aggressive behavior?
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 