The effects of obesity mirror those of aging
Obesity's effects on cognitive decline, mobility, hypertension, and stress are similar to those of aging. Researchers argue that obesity should be considered a form of premature aging.... Read More...
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Chronic inflammation in pregnancy linked to childhood neurodevelopmental delays
Study adds to a growing body of evidence that chronic low-grade inflammation during pregnancy is linked to an increased risk of childhood neurodevelopmental delays.... Read More...
Eating disorders are about emotional pain, not food
The root of eating disorders are not necessarily a result of weight management, but a way to help manage negative emotions, researchers report.... Read More...
Maternal obesity linked to ADHD and behavioral problems in children
Women who were obese prior to pregnancy were almost twice as likely to report their child had ADHD or other behavioral problems compared to women who were normal weight before pregnancy.... Read More...
Insufficient evidence backing herbal medicines for weight loss
Study finds no statistical significance to show herbal supplements help with weight loss.... Read More...
Physical activity is good for your appetite, too
Not only does exercise help burn those extra calories, but it can also have a protective effect against overeating, a new study reports.... Read More...
Neuron found in mice could have implications for effective diet drugs
CALCR, a type of neuron found in the medulla of mice, may hold the key to the development of drugs that can effectively curb overeating and fight obesity in humans.... Read More...
America’s most widely consumed cooking oil causes genetic changes in the brain
Soybean oil, the most consumed cooking oil in the US, has been linked to neurological and metabolic alterations in mice. Soybean oil-fed mice showed decreased levels of oxytocin in the hypothalamus. ... Read More...
Study finds dopamine, biological clock link to snacking, overeating and obesity
Findings define a connection between reward, dopamine, and circadian pathways in the overeating.... Read More...
Children who drank whole milk had lower risk of being overweight or obese
Children who drink whole milk are 40% less likely to be overweight or obese compared to children who consume reduced-fat milk.... Read More...
High BMI may improve cancer survival
Those with a higher body mass index who are given atezolizumab to treat cancer have an improved rate of survival, a new study reveals.... Read More...
Intermittent fasting may help you live longer
Daily time-restricted feeding and limiting yourself to one moderate-sized meal two days a week may have significant benefits for both cognitive and overall health. A new study links intermittent fasting to a longer, healthier life.... Read More...