Sugar is processed differently in the brains of obesity-prone vs. obesity-resistant rats: Molecular insights point to neuronal underpinnings of obesity
On a diet? Perhaps you’re avoiding sweets or carbs altogether or curbing late-night munchies. These are examples of behavior modifications and when it comes to food, avoiding those diet triggers can be pretty hard to do. To understand what drives people to overeat, scientists are looking more closely at a brain structure involved in motivation, […]
For some Greenlanders, eating sugar is healthy
Imagine being able to swap out broccoli for sweets, Ben & Jerry’s or some other sugary treat and achieve the same health benefits. This is fact not fantasy for about two to three percent of the Greenlandic population. Two copies of a gene variant make it so that they absorb sugar differently than other people […]
Save the planet (and your health) by steering clear of sweets and pastries
Keen to do your bit for the environment? Cut back on sweets, pastries, fried foods and processed meat. According to a new study published this month, reducing these foods in our diet is not only better for our health but also the planet. Australia and New Zealand households eat more discretionary and junk foods than […]
Your sense of smell may be the key to a balanced diet: We are less likely to perceive smells of food that relate to a recent meal, helping us make choices about what to eat next
Walking past a corner bakery, you may find yourself drawn in by the fresh smell of sweets wafting from the front door. You’re not alone: The knowledge that humans make decisions based on their nose has led major brands like Cinnabon and Panera Bread to pump the scents of baked goods into their restaurants, leading […]