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What can we do about ultraprocessed foods? Researchers are figuring out the features of these foods that harm our health — and proposing ways ahead By Alice Callahan From breakfast cereals and protein bars to flavored yogurt and frozen pizzas, ultraprocessed foods are everywhere, filling aisle upon aisle at the supermarket. Fully 58 percent […]
Weight stigma is a burden around the world – and has negative consequences everywhere Weight stigma occurs in many developed countries, not just the U.S. and often has devastating consequences. SIPhotography/Getty Images Rebecca Puhl, University of Connecticut Lazy. Unmotivated. No self-discipline. No willpower. These are just a few of the widespread stereotypes ingrained in American […]
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month Editorial Team Childhood Obesity Awareness Month is an annual observance held in September to raise awareness about the critical issue of childhood obesity, its causes, consequences, and strategies for prevention and management. This month-long campaign aims to educate the public, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and communities […]
4 Weight Loss Tips From a Woman Who Lost 140 Pounds (NewsUSA) – Losing weight and getting healthy doesn’t have to be a struggle. Just ask Alexis Freed. At a peak weight of 285 pounds, Alexis’s health was declining, she was pre-diabetic and suffered from sleep apnea. Her doctor and loved ones were worried and […]
Tackling Obesity with the Concepts of Behavioral Economics Introduction In the Western world, obesity is a continuous problem and it is getting more severe. It has recently been estimated that, for example, in the United States obesity costs the society approximately $190.2bn, or 20.6 percent of total U.S. health spending, annually. Given that […]
Natural Superfoods to Boost Immunity During Rough Times (StatePoint) A strong immune system can help you stay healthy, which is especially important during cold and flu season and the ongoing pandemic. To strengthen your immunity this winter and beyond, consider relying on the unique benefits of propolis, a natural bee product collected from the […]
Organic Coffee vs. Regular Coffee: Does it Matter? By Anesa Kratovac Coffee is grown and produced through a process that involves picking the green beans by hand, drying them out before milling, and then going through a wet or dry process. The two major species of coffee plants are Coffea arabica […]
The Intricate Connection Between Diet and Mental Health: Unveiling the Positive and Negative Effects By Editorial Team The relationship between diet and mental health has garnered significant attention in recent years. Researchers have begun to uncover compelling evidence that suggests a strong link between what we consume and our mental well-being. […]
Easy changes to your routine for a healthier lifestyle (BPT) – It’s natural to want to eat healthy and fuel your body with the nutrients it needs to feel good. Figuring out how to eat healthy and make smart choices can be difficult if you don’t know where to begin. Try these five simple tips […]
2022-10-05 Q&A — Evolutionary anthropologist Herman Pontzer Our ancestors ate a Paleo diet. It had carbs. There is no one prehistoric meal plan. A modern hunter-gatherer group known as the Hadza has taught researchers surprising things about the highly variable menu consumed by humans past. By Diana Kwon What did people eat for dinner […]