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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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