
Serotonin Link To Impulsivity, Decision-making, Confirmed
New research suggests that
the neurotransmitter
serotonin, which acts as a
chemical messenger between
nerve cells, plays a
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Genetic Variation Linked To Preference Sugary Food
Individuals with a specific
genetic variation
consistently consume more
sugary foods. The study
offers the first evidence of
the role that a variation in
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Psychological Stress Linked To Overeating, Monkey Study Shows
Researchers found socially
subordinate female rhesus
macaques over consume
calorie-rich foods,
resulting in accelerated
weight gain and an increase
... > full story

Gut Hormone Makes Food Look Even Yummier
A gut hormone that causes
people to eat more does so
by making food appear more
desirable, suggests a new
report in Cell Metabolism.
In a brain imaging study of
individuals, the researchers
... > full story
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Nano-modified Food: How Much Are Consumers Willing To Accept The Associated Risks?
July 22, 2008 Consumers have largely grown to accept nanotechnology in nutrition for packaging and, to a lesser extent, even the food itself, according to a new study. In recent years, nanotechnology has joined ... > full story -
Loud Music Can Make You Drink More, In Less Time, In A Bar
July 21, 2008 Commercial venues are very aware of the effects that the environment -- in this case, music -- can have on in-store traffic flow, sales volumes, product choices and consumer time spent in the ... > full story -
Good News For Veggies: Personal Values Deceive Taste Buds
July 18, 2008 Many heavy meat eaters believe they eat a lot of meat because of the taste. But according to groundbreaking new research the reason that a beef burger tastes better than a veggie burger to some ... > full story -
Low-fat Diets May Not Be Best For Weight Loss, Study Suggests
July 17, 2008 Low-carbohydrate and Mediterranean diets may be just as safe and effective in achieving weight loss as the standard, medically prescribed low-fat diet, according to a new study in the New England ... > full story -
Vitamin D: Builds Bones And Much More
July 15, 2008 Vitamin D is essential to strong bones. Inadequate vitamin D can lead to osteoporosis, a brittle bone disease. Recently, researchers have found that vitamin D may help reduce the risk of other ... > full story -
Metabolic Disease: Understanding How The Brain Can Influence The Effects Of Insulin
July 14, 2008 One of the characteristics of type 2 diabetes is insulin resistance, which refers to the inability of cells in the body to respond appropriately to the hormone insulin. Among the cells in the body ... > full story -
Binge Drinking Tied To Conditions In The College Environment
July 14, 2008 Heavy alcohol use, or binge drinking, among college students in the United States is tied to conditions in the college environment. The review of a landmark 14-year study cites factors such as easy ... > full story -
Alcohol's Impact On Heart And Stroke Risk May Differ For Men, Women
July 13, 2008 Heart and stroke risks associated with alcohol use differ among Japanese men and women. Women with light alcohol consumption had a small decrease in heart disease death risk; heavy alcohol users had ... > full story -
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Scientists Learn How Food Affects The Brain: Omega 3 Especially Important
July 11, 2008 In addition to helping protect us from heart disease and cancer, a balanced diet and regular exercise can also protect the brain, and ward off mental disorders. Changes in diet are a viable strategy ... > full story -
Cocktail Therapy For Alzheimer's Disease? Works for Gerbils
July 9, 2008 A dietary cocktail that includes a type of omega-3 fatty acid can improve memory and learning in gerbils, according to a new study that points to a possible beverage-based treatment for Alzheimer's ... > full story
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