Intermittent fasting, better known as time-restricted eating, asks people to eat all their food inside a fixed daily window. A new U.S. analysis of about 20 000 adults followed for up to 17 years finds that those who squeezed every…
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Intermittent fasting appears to cause changes in both the brain and the gut. It affects areas of the brain linked to hunger and self-control, and also shifts the balance of gut bacteria. These changes seem to work together over time,…
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 manipulating ingredients and marketing to create dependency, raising concerns about public health…
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 withdrawal feelings seen with recognized substance addictions. About…
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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 effect suggests that regular caffeine intake may help maintain physical…
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 from more than 300 000 adults in the UK…
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 are increasingly scrutinized for their negative health effects.