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Why some people lose weight due to stress, while others do the opposite: expert comments
Stress negatively affects both physical and mental health of a person. In this article, we will tell you what causes changes in weight.
Diana Dashkevich stress body weight anxiety mental health Psychology 9 April 2024
A new study: Holidays make kids bigger – it's all about lack of structure
The University of South Australia conducted a study called 'Life on Holidays' to understand how holidays affect children's fitness and fatness. The study found that kids gain more body fat and experience a decline in fitness during school holidays compared to the school year.
Kate Yakimchuk research child development healthy food holidays Cooking 29 December 2023
Bulimia Nervosa: What Is It
Bulimia is a mental disorder characterized by eating disorders. It manifests itself in the form of frequent bouts of overeating, during which a person does not feel either the taste of food or satiety. After such a breakdown, a feeling of repentance comes, the person tries to cleanse the body of excess.
Diana Dashkevich health mental health Psychology 28 November 2023
When cats gain weight: Keep your pet healthy
Feral cats don't get fat - they simply can't consume more energy than they need to hunt and survive. Meanwhile, this problem is pretty common among domestic cats, because their owners simply love them too much.
Kate Yakimchuk research cat health pets Animals 21 November 2023
Fasting and its benefits: Nutritionist's insights
For weight loss, people sometimes use various methods that help them stay in shape and keep track of their calories. One of these methods is fasting. It's now suitable for everyone, but it can be useful sometimes when done in moderation.
Kate Yakimchuk fasting health dieting Cooking 31 October 2023
Gaining weight in winter: Nutritionist's insights
Lots of people gain weight in winter - it's a pretty common thing that is often caused by various holidays. If you want to withstand the temptation and stay in shape during cold and dark months, then you need to detect these habits first.
Kate Yakimchuk food winter habits Cooking 21 October 2023
Night shifts cause weight gain: A new study on sleep and appetite
You've probably noticed that people who work night shifts often gain extra weight - but why does it happen? Scientists have discovered why working night shifts can affect a person's appetite.
Kate Yakimchuk sleep research appetite Psychology 17 October 2023
No nausea or surgeries: A new study on effective obesity treatment
In some cases, only gastric bypass surgery can help a person to lose a significant amount of weight, but it's not easy for most people. Meanwhile, scientists seem to find an effective solution that mimics the effects of the surgery without the negative aspects.
Kate Yakimchuk research obesity Cooking 29 September 2023
Behavior patterns of people who have lost extra weight: A new study on weight-loss behaviors
It's hard to lose extra weight, and it's even harder to maintain healthy habits that have helped you to achieve that. Moreover, not all weight-loss behaviors are healthy on their own - and that can be quite dangerous as well.
Kate Yakimchuk health research habits Cooking 28 September 2023
How many calories are enough: A new study on tracking calories and weight loss
Tracking everything you eat and drink can be a hassle, especially when you're trying to lose weight. However, a new study suggests that you don't have to be perfect at it to lose a significant amount of weight.
Kate Yakimchuk research calories Cooking 25 September 2023
Soups are perfect for losing weight: Nutritionist's advice
Soups can be extremely versatile, but most of them are delicious - so you can always choose the recipe that suits your tastes the best! What's even more important - they are perfect for losing weight, and there are a few reasons for that.
Kate Yakimchuk soup food dieting health Cooking 23 September 2023
Almonds are good for weight loss: A new study on health and nutrition
When it comes to losing weight, some people worry about eating nuts because they're high in fat. However, a new study from the University of South Australia found that eating almonds can actually help you lose weight.
Kate Yakimchuk research almonds nuts nutrition Cooking 21 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 research 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 research protein 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 research obesity Cooking 18 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 research sugar 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 research obesity fruits Cooking 16 September 2023
Weird details that make you look fat: A new study on perception
Some people are still surprised that certain colors and stripes can make your look slimmer or bigger, but our perceptions can sometimes work even weirder. A team of researchers have discovered that certain numbers on jerseys make people look smaller or bigger, depending on a number printed.
Kate Yakimchuk research Psychology 13 September 2023
How much you should eat to gain one pound: One day of bad diet don't ruin anything
Lots of people are concerned about their weight after weekends or holidays, but they don't always need to. To gain 1 pound of body weight, you need to consume an excess of approximately 3,500 calories beyond what your body burns in its daily functions and activities.
Kate Yakimchuk food calories dieting Cooking 5 September 2023
Cold weather and hunger: Unveiling the connection
Have you ever noticed that you're less hungry in summer? A recent study conducted by researchers at Scripps Research sheds light on the brain's response to cold temperatures, revealing how it can lead to an increase in appetite among mammals.
Kate Yakimchuk research food weather Psychology 29 August 2023- 1
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