The Neurons That Make Us Feel Hangry
Neuroscientists think a cluster of cells in the brain that stimulate appetite could be a target for eating disorder therapies. By Amber DanceFreelance science journalist Introduction Maybe it starts with…
What Taoism Teaches About the body and Being Healthy
The indigenous tradition of China understands the human body as being part of the larger cosmos. By Dr. Michael NaparstekLecturer in Religious StudiesUniversity of Tennessee Introduction New Year’s resolutions often come with a renewed investment in making our bodies…
‘Food Sequencing’ Really Can Help Your Glucose Levels
The science on how different types of foods affect your glucose levels has been known for a long time. By Dr. Leonie HeilbronnProfessor and Group Leader, Obesity & MetabolismUniversity of Adelaide Introduction Biochemist and author…
Ultra-Processed Foods Are Bad For Our Bodies And The Environment
Ultra-processed foods are bad for our health and our planet and must be central to any efforts to reduce our carbon emissions, and waistlines. By Dr. Laila BenkrimaAgronomy Consultant, B.C. Centre for Agritech InnovationSimon Fraser University Introduction Ultra-processed foods (UPF)…
Food Choices are Often Influenced by Forces out of your Control
The average person makes over 200 food-related decisions each day, most of which are automatic. By Dr. Christina RobertoAssistant Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences and NutritionUniversity of Pennsylvania By Dr. Mary G. FindlingAssistant Director…
Ultraprocessed Foods may Contribute to Cognitive Decline
Researchers are trying to understand whether ultraprocessed foods erode brain health in the aging process. By Dr. Sara N. BurkeAssociate Professor of Neurobiology and Cognitive AgingUniversity of Florida Introduction Scientists have known for years that unhealthy…
As heat Records fall, how hot is too hot for the Human body?
The biggest risks aren’t always the biggest numbers on the thermometer – humidity gets dangerous faster than many people realize. By Dr. W. Larry KenneyProfessor of Physiology, Kinesiology and Human PerformancePenn State By Dr. Daniel…
How to stay Motivated and on Track to your long-term Health Goals
Research suggests ways to focus on the here and now to help you ultimately achieve your more far-off targets. By Dr. Kaitlin WoolleyAssociate Professor of MarketingCornell University By Dr. Paul StillmanAssistant Professor of MarketingSan Diego State University Introduction It’s a familiar…
Organic Food Health Benefits Have Been Hard To Assess, But That Could Change
Because of the way scientific studies are conducted, it’s been hard to health benefits from eating organic food. A new study suggests, however, that there are ways to find out. By Dr. Cynthia CurlAssociate Professor of Public and Population HealthBoise State University…
What Does Exposure to Environmental Chemicals Mean for our Health?
Chemicals in a wide array of consumer products have been linked to conditions affecting physical, cognitive and emotional health. By Dr. Ivy Shiue (Scthiue)Senior research associateNorthumbria University, Newcastle Introduction It is not possible…
