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·September 18, 2019·4 min read

Obesity associated with abnormal bowel habits, not diet

Study reveals a link between obesity and chronic diarrhea, independent of lifestyle, diet, and other medical conditions. Those who are obese are 60% more likely to experience bouts of chronic diarrhea. A possible explanation could be the link between obesity and low-grade inflammation, which may trigger diarrhea more frequently.

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·January 9, 2019·4 min read

Common Food Additive Derails Good Exercise Habits

Researchers report inorganic phosphate, an additive and preservative used in up to 70% of foods in the common American diet, may reduce the desire and ability to exercise.

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·March 20, 2019·3 min read

A nutty solution for improving brain health

Eating more than 10 grams of nuts a day has been linked to improved cognitive function, by up to 60%, in older adults.

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·October 2, 2017·5 min read

Healthy Lifestyle Linked to Lower Pain in MS Sufferers

Modifying lifestyle to include more healthy options could help to relieve pain symptoms in multiple sclerosis, a new study reports.

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·January 1, 2022·6 min read

New Treatment Leads to Much Less Overeating

A new treatment system that focuses on the link between eating and mental health helps people with obesity make healthier decisions when it comes to eating.

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·July 14, 2020·3 min read

Pickled Capers Activate Proteins Important for Brain and Heart Health

Quercetin, a flavonoid found in pickled capers, modulates potassium ion channels in the KCNQ gene family. These channels are influential in human health, and their dysfunction is linked to diseases, including diabetes, epilepsy, and cardiac arrhythmias.

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·June 10, 2021·4 min read

Brainfood: Researchers Find Brain Area Associated with Craving Protein

Study reveals the role the ventral tegmental area of the brain plays in craving protein-rich foods.

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·July 5, 2022·4 min read

Can an Electric Zap Trick Our Brains Into Reducing Our Salt Intake?

Researchers have developed a chop stick-like device that uses a weak electrical current to stimulate the tongue and enhance the taste of salt. The device could help to reduce dietary sodium intake by up to 30%.

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·October 1, 2018·4 min read

Artificial Sweeteners Have Toxic Effects on Gut Bacteria

A new study reports FDA approved artificial sweeteners and some sports supplements are toxic to digestive gut bacteria. Researchers say the consumption of artificial sweeteners can adversely affect gut microbial activity, causing a wide range of health issues from cancers to type-2 diabetes.

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·June 1, 2021·4 min read

Healthy Lifestyle Linked to Better Cognition for Oldest Adults, Regardless of Genetic Risk

Adults over 80 who maintained a healthy lifestyle, including exercise and diet, had a lower risk of cognitive decline, even if they had genetic risk factors for dementia.