Confronting ‘Yucky’ Attitudes About Genetically Engineered Foods
Researchers hope to expose the gap between advocates of GMOs and opponents.... Read More...
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Anti-Inflammatory Diet Linked to Reduced Risk of Early Death
Researchers report following an anti-inflammatory diet can help lower the risks of dying from cancer and cardiovascular disease. ... Read More...
Even on Standardized Diet, Gut Flora Changes from Day to Day
Researchers say that, despite taking a standardized diet consisting of a liquid meal replacement, gut bacteria change frequently and unpredictably.... Read More...
Dietary Fiber Reduces Brain Inflammation During Aging
Researchers report a high fiber diet can help to reduce both intestinal and brain inflammation during aging. ... Read More...
Human Gut Study Questions Probiotic Health Benefits
According to researchers, probiotics may not be as effective as most believe. Researchers report many people's digestive tracts prevent standard probiotics from successfully colonizing them.... Read More...
The Link Between Obesity, Genetics and the Brain
A new study sheds light on the roles both genetics and neuroanatomy play in obesity. Researchers report those with higher BMI had reduced cognitive flexibility, reduced ability to delay gratification and worse verbal memory. Additionally, those with increased BMI have increased amygdala and left prefrontal cortex volume.... Read More...
Diet Has Bigger Impact on Emotional Well Being in Women than Men
According to researchers, women may need a diet that includes a larger spectrum of nutrients which help support mood, compared to men.... Read More...
Link Between Gut Bacteria and Eating For Pleasure Discovered
A new study reveals a link between elevates microbiome levels of indole and hedonic eating. Researchers report those with higher levels of indole are more likely to have food addiction and overeating disorders.... Read More...
Got the ‘Drunchies’? How Heavy Drinking Affects Diet
Researchers examine typical eating habits after a night of drinking.... Read More...
Beef Jerky and Other Processed Meats Associated with Manic Episodes
A new study reports eating processed meats could contribute to mania associated with bipolar disorder. Researchers found people who had been hospitalized for mania were 3.5 times more likely to have eaten cured meats prior to admittance. ... Read More...
Fat Consumption is the Only Cause of Weight Gain
Researchers say dietary fats, not sugars or proteins, are the only cause of weight gain.... Read More...
Early Introduction to Solid Foods Means More Sleep For Baby
According to researchers, babies introduced to solid foods at 6 months of age slept longer, woke less frequently and experienced fewer sleep problems than babies who were exclusively breast fed at the same age.... Read More...