After participants consumed peanuts daily for 16 weeks, researchers observed improved insulin responsiveness in a group of brain regions in the right hemisphere. These included portions of the lingual gyrus, hippocampus, parahippocampal gyrus, and posterior cingulate gyrus, all of which contribute to memory-related processes.
Scientists discover a surprising brain benefit of eating peanuts every day – https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/10/261030003001.htm
Funding was provided by The Peanut Institute Foundation. According to the researchers, the foundation had no involvement in designing or conducting the study, analyzing or interpreting the results, or preparing the manuscript.
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