In this video, we delve into a historic scientific study known as the "Minnesota Starvation Experiment." Conducted during World War II, the study examined the physical and psychological effects of starvation on 36 conscientious participants. During the starvation phase, they experienced symptoms such as anemia, extreme weakness, irritability, and neurological deficits. The experiment revealed that prolonged starvation has a detrimental impact on mental health, causing depression, hysteria, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders. These historical findings highlight the significance of nutrition for mental well-being and raise reflections on the potential influence of poor dietary choices in today's society.
• Starvation: What Does it Do to the Brain? Mad in America, May 28, 2013.
[ Ссылка ]
• Kalm, L. M., Semba, R. D. (2005). They Starved So That Others Be Better Fed: Remembering Ancel Keys and the Minnesota Experiment The Journal of Nutrition, Volume 135, Issue 6, June 2005, Pages 1347–1352.
[ Ссылка ]
Ещё видео!