Americans are heavier than ever. More than two-thirds of us are overweight. But it’s not all our fault.
A study reveals that our parents had it easier than we do when it comes to staying slim.
Researchers at York University and the University of Alberta collected data on tens of thousands of American adults over a 37-year span. They examined body mass indexes, physical activity, and food intake.… Read More
We can’t think of too many spices that are dangerous enough for a government to issue a health warning over…
But if you believe claims made by the European Union, this one can cause liver damage. They even imposed limits on how much of it dessert makers can put in their food.
The claim is absurd. The EU targeted a specific kind of Danish dessert that’s full of sugar and refined flour.… Read More
There’s strong evidence low levels of vitamin D are to blame for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A new study out of the University of Sheffield found 82% of IBS patients don’t have enough of the nutrient.
IBS can be painful, inconvenient, and embarrassing. It causes stomach cramping, diarrhea, and constipation. And it’s common. One in five adults in the U.S. has the condition.… Read More
The holidays came and went. And so did the appetizers…the rich entrees…the decadent desserts…and let’s not forget the drinks. Many, many drinks.
Wallowing in guilt won’t help. According to Torey Jones Armul—national spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics—it can lead to a cycle of binge and emotional eating.1
Here are five science-backed tips that will help you recover from overindulgence:
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After combing through 40,000 genes from three different organisms, researchers say they may have discovered the secret to a dramatically longer life. It’s a genetic trigger that exists within you.1
Scientists studied the genomes of roundworms, zebra fish, and mice. Specifically, they searched for orthologous genes—the ones associated with aging. All organisms have them, including humans.
They discovered about 30 of these age-regulating genes.… Read More
Children have an 87% higher autism risk when their mother takes an antidepressant drug during pregnancy.1
That’s just the latest scathing indictment of one of Big Pharma’s biggest moneymakers. A string of studies links antidepressants to the tragic brain condition.2
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the most common type of antidepressant taken by expectant mothers.3
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