Leading food companies are being criticized for employing tactics similar to those used by the tobacco industry to make their products more addictive and harmful. These strategies include...
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Ultra-processed foods trigger addiction-like behavior in one in seven adults
A broad review of 281 studies from 36 countries concludes that some ultra-processed foods (UPFs), such as soft drinks, ice-cream and ready meals, can provoke the same loss of control, cravings and...
Eating more vegetables, less bread and pasta, walking, taking supplements, can reduce your biological age
A longevity expert highlights that many popular tips for extending lifespan, such as extreme diets and excessive exercise, may actually be counterproductive. The focus should instead be on balanced...
Higher consumption of caffeine via coffee and tea is associated with a reduced likelihood of physical frailty in late life
A study found that higher consumption of caffeine-containing beverages, such as coffee and tea, during midlife is associated with a reduced risk of physical frailty in later life. This protective...
Genes may explain why some people go vegetarian
A large genome-wide association study suggests that the choice to follow a strictly vegetarian diet is influenced not only by ethics or culture but also by biology. Researchers analysed genetic data...
Scientists defending ultra-processed foods linked to industry funding
Scientists on a panel defending ultra-processed foods have been found to have ties to food industry companies. This revelation raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest, as these foods...
Diet plays a bigger role in weight loss than exercise
Role of physical activity in weight loss for people with obesity remains modest but beneficial Exercise, particularly aerobic training, contributes to weight loss in people with obesity but results...
Matcha can be healthy in small, unsweetened servings, say experts
Matcha is a safe, potentially beneficial drink when used in moderation and without added sugar, but its reputation still runs ahead of the direct scientific evidence. Matcha is simply green-tea...
A 2min walk after eating helps prevent blood sugar spikes
Taking just a couple of minutes to stroll after a meal can noticeably soften the rise and fall of blood sugar. A 2022 meta-analysis in Sports Medicine pooled seven controlled trials that interrupted...
Five familiar habits can add a decade of disease-free life after 50
Sticking with five well-known behaviors, eating a plant-rich diet, exercising regularly, keeping weight in the healthy range, limiting alcohol and never smoking, does more than prolong life. It...