About Us

The Institute for Food Brain and Behaviour has been studying the effect of nutrition on behaviour for over 20 years. Clinical trials have established that levels of anti-social behaviour reduced by more than one third when a better balance of nutrients was supplied (British Journal of Psychiatry 2002 181:22-28).

 

There is no longer any doubt that brain function is affected by the food we eat, and as behaviour is directed by the brain, it should be no surprise that a clear link exists between food and behaviour. We are not alone in understanding this connection; anyone dealing with young people will have seen that diet can have a dramatic effect on their mood and attention span. Scientists have also now shown effects on memory, literacy and numeracy, as well as self-control, impulsivity and anti-social behaviour.

 

The Institute for Food Brain and Behaviour is working to understand more precisely where and how nutritional intervention will benefit the community: in schools, social services, and within the justice system. Potential cost savings are enormous, whereas actual costs in improving nutrition are relatively small. Quality of life improves for all, individual potential can be unlocked and social interaction enhanced. Essential nutrients are just that – essential to the brain and to behaviour: a message that the Institute is working to bring to the widest possible audience.

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