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Certain bacteria in the gut can increase people’s risk of hunger, which can lead to weight gain over time, a new study suggests. NBC reports. In a series of experiments, mice and humans prone to overeating had similar levels of two types of bacteria in their guts – one harmful, the other beneficial. In a report presented at the meeting of the Association of European Societies of Neurology, experts determined that by increasing the number of benign and beneficial bacteria Blautium, they managed to prevent monotonous and uncontrolled eating in mice. The new findings are “very important because they show…
In a new study, older adults who reported consuming higher amounts of ultra-processed foods, as defined by the NOVA classification system, were about 10% more likely to die over a median follow-up of 23 years compared with those who consumed less processed food. The findings are based on a large study that has tracked over half a million U.S. adults for nearly three decades. According to the results, higher intake of ultra-processed foods was associated with modest increases in death from any cause and from deaths related specifically to heart disease or diabetes, but no association was found for cancer-related…
Whether you shop for food in a traditional grocery store, a big-box store, a bodega or a gas station, you’ll have to contend with the reality that many if not most of your options are junk — highly processed foods often loaded with sugar, salt and chemical additives.You’ll also have to contend with a haze of aggressive marketing — terms like “low fat,” “gluten-free,” “paleo,” “keto-friendly” and “a good source of fiber” — that doesn’t answer the fundamental question: Is this food good for me? An orange is a simple enough choice, but a frozen dinner? There is little reliable…
The availability of foreign therapeutic and rehabilitation retreats comes against the backdrop of NHS Scotland experiencing worsening waiting lists and a staff recruitment and retention crisis.A young Scottish woman has described her journey to the far east to receive life-saving treatment for her eating disorder – as Scots back home face lengthy waiting lists and a lack of resources.Lauren Hastings, 26, was given just a year to live after exhausting all treatment options in Scotland for her eating disorder, which started aged just 13.The young Edinburgh-native said she has had an addiction to the gym and under-eating from a young…
The unfortunately vague answer is “sometimes.” Prescription food isn’t covered by most providers, but you can find it in some plans. Pet insurance policies are generally more useful for covering unexpected accidents or illnesses and the diagnostics and exam fees that result. All pet insurance excludes preexisting conditions, so don’t start your search hoping that you can get a current prescription covered. Buying pet insurance when your pet is young and healthy will ensure you get the most coverage. If your pet already has a health issue that requires prescription food, the underlying concern is a preexisting condition and will…
If you’re trying to incorporate a few quick and nutritious meals into your weekly dinner routine, look no further than these healthy one-pot recipes. Not only are they easy to prep and clean up, but they’re packed with fiber-dense vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. This means plenty of bright colors and unique flavors on your plate. Cannellini-Bean and Greens Stew Julia Gartland The combination of beans and greens is a nutrition powerhouse. The brothy mixture is simmered in one skillet and is perfect for spooning onto toasted bread or eating as is. Lemon Chicken With Potatoes and Escarole Nico…
Life is full of ups and downs. But if a single, recurring, or even abstract situation becomes overwhelming or too stressful, the body can signal a trauma response. Living with trauma often means that your nervous system is more easily triggered into a state of distress. Eating disorders (such as Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder) can develop as a response to traumatic events. These mental health conditions can impact the way someone relates to food and/or their bodies. Here, we look at the ties between trauma and eating disorders in order to highlight the importance of trauma-informed care…
Nigerians face acute malnutrition as the average cost of purchasing healthy food daily increased by 32 per cent in the five months, rising to N1,041 in May 2024 from N786 in December 2023. The South-East for the first time in the past three months overtook the South-West as the most expensive zone in terms of the cost of a healthy diet as it costs N1,189 to feed an adult per day in the zone in May 2024. READ ALSO: Relief for Nigerians as food prices drop amidst soaring inflation The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), disclosed this in its latest…
This year’s Eating Disorders Awareness Week (from 27 February-5 March) is highlighting men and boys affected by an eating disorder, many of whom struggle in secret. Archie Trueger, 26, from London, shares his experience of binge eating and his journey to get the help he needed.”Looking back now, I had been suffering from an eating disorder since I was 13. I didn’t know that at the time, nor did anyone else. As a teenage boy, I didn’t fit the stereotype. It’s only recently that this has become clear to me, after 10 years of living with an eating disorder and…
Introduction Beyond being an action, whose only purpose is to satisfy one of the most primitive needs of human beings, feeding should be understood as a social practice that is socially constructed and/or reconstructed over time (Berger and Luckmann, 1979; Verplanken and Faes, 1999; García-Cardona et al., 2008). The family home is the first environment of socialization and personality formation (Isaza, 2012). Thus, the family home constitutes the primary social space in which individuals’ practices, customs, gender identity/roles and social habits begin to develop; particularly, individuals’ eating habits. Such habits are understood here as the set of feeding-related social customs…