obesity
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 […]
07/21/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Do you really want to use that? Artificial sweeteners linked to unwanted weight gain
Foods and drinks labeled “low-fat” and “diet” are not helping you lose weight, but actually, do the opposite. These products contain artificial sweeteners that actually cause fat accumulation and unwanted weight gain. These side effects are especially pronounced in people who are already obese. These artificial sweeteners overstimulate and disrupt the metabolic processes in the […]
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 […]
06/15/2018
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By Vicki Batts
Follow these simple tips to minimize your exposure to “obesogens” – everyday chemicals that make you fat
In the U.S., obesity is easily one of the nation’s biggest health problems. Approximately 40 percent of American adults are clinically obese, as are another 20 percent of children and teens – and that’s not including the number of people who are simply “overweight.” In late 2017, it was reported that obesity rates in America […]
05/22/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Sugar is dumbing down young children, new study warns; pregnant women told to watch their diet
Consumption of excess sugar has been linked to various health concerns like cancer, diabetes, and obesity, and now another study has revealed that sugar consumption can affect childhood cognition. The study, which was published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, examined the side effects of consuming larger quantities of sugary drinks and foods, focusing […]
05/15/2018
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By Vicki Batts
PROVEN: Sugar-free diet drinks are NOT healthier; artificial sweeteners still cause obesity and diabetes
Artificial sweeteners have been heralded by weight-conscious folks looking to cut calories for the last few decades. It’s hard to ignore the fact that dieters and health-conscious people alike have been led to believe that choosing a sugar substitute over the real thing is actually their best option — but is that really true? Research […]
05/13/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Kimchi is one of the most powerful probiotic foods you can eat
Kimchi, the spicy, salted and fermented vegetables staple in Korean cuisine, is so much more than a side dish. In a comprehensive review of 130 studies, researchers in Korea looked at its health benefits as a probiotic. Probiotics in general are the good bacteria populating the gut. The human gut has more than 400 strains […]
04/29/2018
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By Jessica Dolores
A third of cancer cases are related to obesity and dietary choices
For many, cancer is a scary word associated with complex causes like genetics, exposure to radiation and harmful chemicals, among others. But food and nutrition practitioners, along with other health professionals say that a third of cancer cases are linked to obesity and dietary choices. In a report published in the Journal of the Academy […]
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