Seeing pictures of food with calorie information appears to change the way the brain responds to food. In this study, researchers recruited 42 undergraduate students to view food images with and without calorie information and then asked them to rate … [Read more...]
Healthy Diet
Omega-3s May Help NAFLD Patients
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver cells from causes other than excessive alcohol consumption. A new study found that consuming an omega-3 fatty acid supplement was effective at reducing liver fat … [Read more...]
Impulsivity Linked to Poor Diet/Eating Disorders
Among a sample of over 15,000 adults taking part in the NutriNet-Santé Study, those who scored high on assessments that measure impulsivity were significantly more likely to consume a poor quality diet, snack, and have an eating disorder. American … [Read more...]
Omega-3s May Reduce Risk of Early Birth
An analysis of data from past studies indicates that increased omega-3 fatty acid intake during pregnancy (from supplementation and/or diet) may reduce the risk of preterm birth. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, November 2018 … [Read more...]
High-Sodium Diet May Increase Risk for Heart Arrhythmia
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a condition characterized by an irregular heartbeat, which has been linked to both stroke and heart failure. A new study that monitored over 700 middle-aged men and women for an average of 19 years revealed a higher … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Diet During Pregnancy Linked to Healthier Development in Children
According to a new study that followed 2,700 children until age four, those whose mothers most closely followed the Mediterranean diet during pregnancy were 32% less likely to experience an abnormal growth pattern through age four. Study author Dr. … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Diet and Lower Cardiovascular Risk
The results of a twelve-year study suggest that women who most closely follow a Mediterranean-style diet (which focuses on a higher intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and olive oil, while limiting red meat and dairy … [Read more...]
Vitamin D Supplement May Help with Bedwetting
Nocturnal enuresis is a common urinary bladder problem in younger children. In this study, researchers found that giving a daily vitamin D supplement to children with a history of wetting the bed appeared to significantly reduce the number of wet … [Read more...]
Plant-Based Diets Are a Great Option for Type 2 Diabetics
A review of data from eleven clinical trials involving diabetics has identified an association between adopting a plant-based diet and improved physical and emotional quality of life. BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care, October 2018 … [Read more...]
Cottonseed Oil May Help Lower Cholesterol
University of Georgia researchers have found that a high-fat diet enriched with cottonseed oil significantly improved cholesterol profiles in 15 healthy, normal weight men who ate high-fat meals for five days in two separate trials. Specifically, the … [Read more...]
Just One Energy Drink…
Caffeine-loaded energy drinks are very popular, but a new study suggests that they may make your blood vessels less efficient in the short term. Researchers examined the blood vessels of 44 healthy, non-smoking medical students both before and after … [Read more...]
Vitamin D Supplements May Aid Weight Loss in Obese Kids
Childhood and adolescence obesity represent a major health problem worldwide, as it can lead to the development of expensive, serious, and debilitating health complications later in life. A study that involved 232 obese children and adolescents … [Read more...]
A Third of Americans Eat Fast Food Daily
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 37% of adults have eaten fast food at least once in the last 24 hours. National Center for Health Statistics, October 2018 … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Diet May Help Your Vision
Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, such as the Mediterranean-style diet, may significantly reduce your risk for developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In this study, researchers analyzed data on over 5,000 people, aged 55 and … [Read more...]