obesity
08/29/2018
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By Rhonda Johansson
You won’t believe what happens to your brain when you eat junk food
You may be eating yourself stupid, according to some newly published research. A 2015 study has found that people exposed to a typical Western diet, which is high in processed food, sugar, fats, and salt, have smaller hippocampi compared to those who had a healthier, more well-balanced diet of fruits, fish, and vegetables. Around 250 elderly patients […]
08/21/2018
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By Russel Davis
Shock claim: Diet sodas are putting your fertility at risk
Diet sodas and other aerated beverages could be just as detrimental as regular sodas in terms of health risks. Health experts have recently noted that diet sodas and other aerated drinks were associated with reduced fertility in both men and women. According to the experts, the artificial sweetener aspartame disrupts the endocrine system, which in turn results in […]
08/16/2018
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By Russel Davis
Major global study determines 1 out of every 5 deaths is caused by poor diet
A study in The Lancet revealed that poor, unhealthy diet has now become the primary cause of one in five deaths worldwide. The research, carried out by the University of Washington‘s Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) showed that a diet that is low in whole grains, fruit, nuts and seeds, and fish oils, and high in […]
08/12/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Six in 10 food ads on TV push junk food, new study finds
According to a study by researchers from the University of Liverpool, at least six in ten advertisements for food aired on TV during family shows feature junk food like “fast food, takeaways, and confectionery.” The same ads would have been banned from children’s T.V. shows under U.K. regulations because they prohibit the advertising of food and […]
08/08/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Here’s why you shouldn’t have sweet drinks on an empty stomach
Consuming high amounts of sugary drinks – as well as doing it on an empty stomach – could be linked to problems not only in the liver but also in the gut microbiota, according to a study reported in the journal Cell Metabolism. The researchers, led by Princeton University scientists, revealed that food and drink containing high levels of sugar […]
07/25/2018
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By Rhonda Johansson
Beyond sugar: Processed food industry considers calorie caps in the U.K.
Since the public seems incapable (or unwilling) to check its own calories, the government has decided to do so for us. An advisory by Public Health England (PHE) has recommended that all fast food chains and manufacturers of ready-meals should limit the calorie content of their lunches and dinners to 600 calories and breakfast to […]
07/24/2018
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By Rhonda Johansson
Salty and sweet: Snacks and treats provide a quick boost but the damaging side effects last longer
Is that candy bar worth a lifetime of disease? As more evidence comes out on the dangerous effects of unhealthy snacks, are you willing to gamble your entire well-being for a few seconds of happiness? An interesting discussion written on The Daily Mail gave a second-by-second portrait of how junk food influences your body – from […]
06/19/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Double whammy: Chemicals found in everyday products such as fast food wrappers found to sabotage metabolism, contribute to weight gain
Gains made from weight loss diets and regular exercise can be compromised by chemicals in the utensils and packaging used to prepare and store otherwise healthy food. This is the conclusion of a Harvard-led study that found a correlation between obesogens and weight increase among dieters. The technical term for obesogens is “perfluoroalkyl substances” (PFAS). They […]
06/08/2018
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By Ralph Flores
PROVEN: Scientists say a high-fat diet is nutritionally poor and raises the likelihood of disease
High-fat diets are, without a doubt, full of flavor – but that’s all it has going for it. A study published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism had indicated that a high-fat simple carbohydrate diet (HFSC) can lead to structural abnormalities in a person’s vital organs. The findings, presented by researchers from St. Aloysius College and […]
06/07/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
That bag of chip could be contributing to your arthritis: Gut bacteria linked to joint pain
Chips may seem like a good idea, but there are a growing number of reasons for you to avoid them. Recent findings published in peer-reviewed journal JCI Insight showed that the proliferation of bad gut bacteria, a common outcome of an unhealthy diet, is the likely culprit behind osteoarthritis. Scientists from the University of Rochester Medical […]
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