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BMI is not enough for health: A new study on BMI and metabolism
The body mass index (BMI) is a way to measure how healthy your weight is, but it doesn't tell the whole story. Some people with a normal BMI still have too much body fat, and this can be a problem for their health.
Kate Yakimchuk BMI obesity Cooking 21 September 2023
Why fasting isn't a great idea: A new study on weight coming back
You've probably heard that fasting can be extremely effective for people who want to lose weight quickly - and it is, but it's not that simple. New studies show that lots of people gain weight back after they finish fasting, and it often happens pretty quickly.
Kate Yakimchuk fasting dieting obesity Cooking 21 September 2023
Insulin resistance and dieting: A new study on how genes and diet are correlated
Insulin is a powerful hormone that regulates sugar in our bodies, so scientists study it a lot. Meanwhile, insulin resistance is still poorly studied, so a team of scientists have researched it recently.
Kate Yakimchuk insulin genetics diabetes dieting Cooking 20 September 2023
What lack of food does to children: A new study on malnutrition and kids
We all know that children need enough food to grow properly and healthy, but what happens when they don't have it? A new study shows depressing information about malnutrition and children, and how lack of food affects them.
Kate Yakimchuk hunger children health Cooking 20 September 2023
Even normal weight can be too much: A new study on BMI and obesity
Most people rely on BMA while tracking their weight and health - but it might be not that effective these days. While in many cases it can actually help you understand whether you have a healthy body weight or not, your fat percentage matters way more.
Kate Yakimchuk weight BMI obesity Cooking 19 September 2023
Unsupervised ultra-processed foods: A study on food policies in the U.S.
Ultra-processed foods, like packaged snacks and hot dogs, aren't very healthy and can cause health problems. It's clear that you should stay away from them most of the time, but where are the food policies that could help that?
Kate Yakimchuk food health obesity Cooking 19 September 2023
Ultra-processed food makes you bigger: A new study on obesogens
While most nutritionists are now convinced that it's all about calories, not foods, new study shows that some food can actually make you bigger. It's not about how much you eat or how many calories you consume - some ultra-processed foods can actually change your body and make it more prone to obesity.
Kate Yakimchuk food health obesity Cooking 19 September 2023
Protein can help to fight female obesity: A new study on mice and high-protein diets
Scientists try their best to find solutions that can help people with obesity to become healthier. More than 30% of American adults are now considered obese, and this is a concern because it increases the risk of various diseases like diabetes, heart problems, and even COVID-19.
Kate Yakimchuk protein weight obesity Cooking 18 September 2023
Kombucha can help people with type II diabetes: A new study on healthy drink
Individuals with type II diabetes should always control what they eat to keep their sugar level balanced. Some food and drinks can help them achieve that - and kombucha seems to be one more good idea for them.
Kate Yakimchuk kombucha weight obesity Cooking 18 September 2023
Making vegan meat more palatable: A new study on texture of plant-based meat
Lots of people may sympathize with vegans, because they dislike animal cruelty, but they are too used to eating meat. White plant-based meat alternatives are widely available now, they lack the texture most people enjoy - and it's up to scientists to invent new kids of vegan meat that can satisfy more people.
Kate Yakimchuk food meat vegan Cooking 18 September 2023
Mediterranean diet is good for you: A new study on benefits of healthy food
You've probably heard about the Mediterranean diet - it's pretty popular nowadays, and it's often seen as extremely healthy. People who eat it look naturally better and younger, and their health seems to be way better.
Kate Yakimchuk dieting food health Cooking 18 September 2023
Vegan dishes can be more meaty with fermented onions: A new study on taste and ferments
Plant-based foods like tempeh and bean burgers are good choices if you want to eat less meat. But making these foods taste like meat can be tricky, and companies often use artificial components.
Kate Yakimchuk food meat flavors onion Cooking 17 September 2023
Your diet affects your mortality risks: A new study on eating habits and cancer
We all know that a good diet is extremely important for long and healthy living, but the connection might be even stronger than we thought. A new experiment shows that extreme diets involving carbohydrates and fats can impact life expectancy.
Kate Yakimchuk food health fats carbohydrates Cooking 17 September 2023
Stress after menopause leads to heart issues: A new study
Constant stress and lack of sleep are bad for everyone, but it's clearly even worse for some people. Ladies after menopause seem to have higher risks of heart issues, a new research shows.
Kate Yakimchuk women health menopause stress Psychology 17 September 2023
Sleep patterns differ: A study on people's sleep schedules
Quality sleep matters - but not everyone can afford proper sleep due to different circumstances. A recent study examined the sleep habits of people in Asia compared to those in Europe and North America, using data from over 220,000 users of a sleep-tracking device called the Oura Ring.
Kate Yakimchuk sleep schedule Psychology 17 September 2023
Mental illnesses damage brains differently: A new study on mental health effects
Mental illnesses can change our personalities a lot, but we also change physically - our brains definitely do. A study involving 1,300 people with different mental illnesses has revealed significant diversity in brain changes.
Kate Yakimchuk depression brain Psychology 16 September 2023
Artificial sweeteners can make you bigger: A new study on sugar replacements
People who are into dieting know that artificial sweeteners are better than sugar, but it seems to be wrong in some cases. Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School and School of Public Health conducted a study to learn about how the things we eat and drink might affect our risk of heart problems.
Kate Yakimchuk sweeteners sugar weight health Cooking 16 September 2023
A fruit that helps to fight obesity: A new study on an unusual Chinese fruit
Obesity is a big problem that can lead to health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure. Therefore, scientists are looking for things that might help people - and they have found an unusual Chinese fruit that might be very handy.
Kate Yakimchuk obesity weight fruits Cooking 16 September 2023
3D printed vegan food: A new study on printed squid rings
Vegans care a lot about the environment and animals, so they need more vegan food options that can help them. Scientists are finding new ways to create tasty vegan seafood, so they've used a special printer to make squid rings from algae and beans.
Kate Yakimchuk food vegan science Cooking 16 September 2023
Microgreens are as good as veggies: A new study on how microgreens help people control weight
You've probably already seen microgreens and know that they can be very good for your health - but how? Scientists are now checking if these tiny veggies, which you can easily grow at home, are as super-healthy as people claim.
Kate Yakimchuk microgreen vegetables health Cooking 15 September 2023