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Snack Attack: How Chips and Soda Impact Brain Health and Stroke Risk

American Academy of Neurology — Wed, 22 May 2024 20:00:51 +0000

Eating more ultra-processed foods may elevate the risk of cognitive issues and stroke, with the impact being particularly significant among black individuals. People who eat...

New Research Suggests That Eggs Might Not Actually Be Bad for Your Heart

American College of Cardiology — Wed, 22 May 2024 04:24:52 +0000

Subgroup analyses suggest a potential advantage for older adults and individuals with diabetes. Whether you like your eggs sunny-side up, hard boiled or scrambled, many...

New Study Debunks Vegan Diet Benefits for Dogs

University of Liverpool — Mon, 20 May 2024 00:14:20 +0000

According to a recent University of Liverpool study, there appears to be little correlation between feeding dogs a vegan diet and owners’ perceptions of their...

Why Do We Overindulge? Study Uncovers Intriguing Psychological Patterns in Pleasure and Overeating

American Psychological Association — Thu, 16 May 2024 13:00:11 +0000

Being distracted while engaging in enjoyable activities such as eating can reduce satisfaction, leading to overcompensation, according to new research. If you tend to do...

What’s Actually in Your Supplements? Scientists Uncover Hidden Ingredients and Questionable Claims

Chapman University — Wed, 15 May 2024 20:26:21 +0000

A recent study published in the Analytical Science Journal by Professor Rosalee Hellberg of the Schmid College of Science and Technology, along with students Calin...

Do You Add Salt to Your Food? It Could Be Increasing Your Risk of Stomach Cancer by 40%

Medical University of Vienna — Tue, 14 May 2024 16:08:46 +0000

Link between salt intake and stomach cancer demonstrated in Western countries for the first time In many Asian nations where high-salt diets are common, the...

Can Omega-3 Change the Way Children Think and Feel?

Swansea University — Sun, 12 May 2024 20:33:22 +0000

New research aims to answer the question. Researchers at Swansea University are conducting a study to investigate the effects of omega-3 supplements on children’s behavior,...

Scientists Discover New Health Benefits of Mangoes

Wild Hive — Sun, 12 May 2024 00:05:25 +0000

New NHANES study shows that diets containing mangos are linked to improved nutrition and higher Healthy Eating Index scores, beneficial for healthy pregnancies. Women who...

The Hidden Dangers of Breakfast Foods and Sugary Drinks: 30-Year Study Reveals Long-Term Health Risks

BMJ — Fri, 10 May 2024 12:31:34 +0000

While it’s not necessary to universally restrict all ultra-processed foods, evidence suggests that moderating specific types could benefit long-term health. Consuming large amounts of ultra-processed...

Revolutionizing Weight Loss: Scientists Uncover Winning Combination of Diet and High-Intensity Exercise

PLOS — Fri, 03 May 2024 12:27:26 +0000

Women with obesity experienced improvements in body composition and cardiometabolic health. According to a recent study published in the journal PLOS ONE, integrating time-restricted eating...

Live Longer: Scientists Discover Method To Offset Effects of Life-Shortening Genes by Over 60%

BMJ — Thu, 02 May 2024 12:32:19 +0000

An unhealthy lifestyle increases the risk of death by 78%, regardless of genetic predispositions. An analysis of data from multiple extensive long-term studies, published in...

Scientists Uncover How Saturated Fats Trigger Alzheimer’s

Universitat Rovira i Virgili — Wed, 01 May 2024 11:01:10 +0000

This research, conducted by Universitat Rovira i Virgili, advances our knowledge of how obesity, type 2 diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease are interconnected. A study conducted...

New Research Links Reused Deep-Fried Oil Linked to Neurodegeneration

American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 20:55:48 +0000

A study on animals indicates that consumption of grease interferes with the connections between the liver, gut, and brain. A recent study revealed increased neurodegeneration...

Ancient Teeth Reveal Surprising Dietary Choices in Early Humans

Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 15:00:12 +0000

Isotopic evidence reveals surprising dietary practices of pre-agricultural human groups in Morocco. A new study examines the diet of individuals associated with the Iberomaurusian culture...

According to Scientists, Making This Simple Dietary Switch Can Reduce Bad Cholesterol Levels by 10%

University of Exeter — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:34:27 +0000

Regularly replacing meat with mycoprotein, like Quorn, can reduce bad cholesterol levels by 10 percent, similar to the effects of adopting a Mediterranean or vegan...

New Study Links Balanced Diet to Improved Brain Health, Cognition, and Intelligence

University of Warwick — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:05:33 +0000

A new study highlights the profound link between dietary choices and brain health. Published in Nature, the study revealed that a healthy, balanced diet is...

The Telomere Paradox: Researchers Discover a Twist in How Diet Affects Aging

Penn State — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 08:25:10 +0000

Penn State researchers may have uncovered another layer of complexity in the mystery of how diet impacts aging. A recent study conducted by the College...

New Research Reveals That Some Plant-Based Steaks and Cold Cuts Are Lacking in Protein

American Chemical Society — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:43:00 +0000

Plant-based meats have impressively mimicked a range of animal products, from beef to seafood. However, the question remains: how do they stack up nutritionally? According...

Medicines Aren’t Very Effective for IBS: Scientists Found What Works Better

University of Gothenburg — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 02:51:14 +0000

Dietary treatment is more effective than medications in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These are the findings of a study conducted at the University of Gothenburg....

A Junk Food Diet Can Cause Long-Term Damage to Brains

University of Southern California — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:33:16 +0000

USC researchers discovered that rats fed a high-fat, high-sugar diet during their adolescence experienced memory impairment. A recent study led by USC researchers, which observed...

Scientists Uncover Missing Link Between Poor Diet and Cancer

National University of Singapore — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 22:45:58 +0000

New research has discovered that a chemical associated with unhealthy diets or uncontrolled diabetes may elevate the risk of cancer over time; Emerging evidence reveals...

Dartmouth Research Uncovers Hidden Dangers in Popular Seafoods

Dartmouth College — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 02:54:09 +0000

Research emphasizes establishing safety guidelines for “forever” chemicals in seafood A study led by Dartmouth indicates that regular consumption of seafood may increase the risk...

The Power of an Avocado – Scientists Discover Simple Trick To Improve Diet Quality

Penn State — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 04:25:04 +0000

Consuming an avocado daily could improve overall diet quality, according to a team led by researchers in Penn State’s Department of Nutritional Sciences. Poor diet...

New Research Indicates That Loneliness Triggers Sugar Cravings in Women

University of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 16:35:37 +0000

Research indicates that lonely women show heightened brain activity in areas linked to cravings for food. A recent study by UCLA Health discovered that women...