Topic: long-term spatial memory

Binge eating disorder (BED) is the most prevalent eating disorder. Binge episodes are characterized by the consumption of a large amount of high-calorie food in a short period, accompanied by a sense of loss of control. BED is associated with comorbidities such as obesity and mood disorders. Several studies suggest that neuroinflammation occurs in reward-related brain circuit following bingeing on food high in sugar. In addition, preclinical studies in rat highlight cognitive consequences of binge-sucrose intake, affecting both anxiety levels and memory performance, with inconsistent results.