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How to deal with bad eating habits: Understanding sugar addiction

September 22, 2023 -

Sugar cravings can affect your overall health and may cause different complications like obesity and diabetes. Experts are still only beginning to understand the nature of sugar addiction, but studies have revealed that sugar raises dopamine levels.

In a 2005 article published in the Journal of Neuroscience, scientists reported that binging daily on sugar "repeatedly releases dopamine in the accumbens shell [a section of the brain affected by dopamine]." The findings ...

Healthy habits that can help improve your quality of life

June 15, 2023 -

Here are a few simple healthy habits you can add to your list of personal goals for improving your quality of life while making the most of summer. (h/t DevelopGoodHabits.com)Healthy eating habits

Healthy exercise habits

Healthy sleep habits

Healthy habits for mental health

Healthy relationship habits

Healthy electronic and social media ...

Excessive consumption of BAD CARBS increases risk of CANCER

October 10, 2023 -

Refined carbs

Refined carbs include bagels, bread and tortillas containing white flour (made from refined grains), breakfast cereals, pastries, pizza, rice cakes, waffles and white rice. They lack fiber and nutritional value.

The body uses refined carbs more quickly to create a short burst of energy. Once that burst is over, the body is prompted to eat more – resulting in higher caloric consumption that can contribute to weight gain or obesity, which then increases your ...

Automakers are recording your driving habits and feeding that data to insurance companies

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Many American drivers are beginning to notice that their car insurance rates are surging – including Kenn Dahl, 65, of Seattle, Washington. (Related: Car insurance rates hit highest levels in 30 years due to more accidents, higher repair costs, bigger medical bills and increased litigation.)

Dahl says he has always been a careful driver. The owner of a software company near Seattle, he drives a leased Chevrolet Bolt. He’s never been responsible for an accident.

So ...

STUDY: New Jersey’s plastic consumption nearly TRIPLED following plastic bag ban

January 30, 2024 -

The study, conducted by market research firm Fredonia Group on Jan. 9, found that the "plastic bag ban" not only failed to curb plastic usage but also backfired four years after its implementation in the state. The research disclosed that plastic consumption at retail checkouts in the Garden State nearly tripled over the years.

New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy and the state's Democrat-controlled legislature proudly enacted a law in 2020 that sought to ban plastic ...

Study: Regular consumption of FAST FOOD linked to FATTY LIVER DISEASE

November 17, 2023 -

The said study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology in January scrutinized the link between regular fast food consumption and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), also known as hepatic steatosis. Researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) analyzed the 2017-2018 edition of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

"Fast food consumption is highly ...

7 Reasons why the electric vehicle is not ready for mass consumption

August 14, 2023 -

It has been an area of debate in the auto industry for as long as anyone can remember, says Travis Okulski, an editor at Road & Track. On paper, electric motors are fantastic, but in the real world – and especially during these trying times – there are a number of factors that combine to exemplify the weaknesses of EVs.Pollution

There are two factors that come into play that may not be considered by the EV buyer:What power is used to charge the car?

Unless you ...

STUDY: Energy drink consumption harmful for the developing bodies and brains of children

February 21, 2024 -

Researchers at Newcastle University and Teesside University in the United Kingdom analyzed 57 studies from 2016 to 2022, which covered over 1.2 million youth aged nine to 21 from more than 20 countries.

According to the study, energy drink consumption in children is linked to sensation-seeking, delinquency, poor sleep, low academic performance and a myriad of physical and mental health risks. These risks include an increased likelihood of suicide, psychological distress, ...

Food tyranny: NYC to monitor household food consumption as biotech companies take over food production

May 23, 2023 -

The government and biotech companies are seeking to control people's meat consumption and dietary choices.

To that end, New York City (NYC) is implementing new measures to track and reduce the carbon footprint associated with household food consumption. As part of a broader initiative to achieve a 33 percent reduction in carbon emissions from food by 2030, the city will monitor the greenhouse gas emissions resulting from food consumption and set limits on the amount ...

ABSURD: Study recommends placing WARNING LABELS on meat to reduce U.K. meat consumption and achieve net-zero goals

November 07, 2023 -

According to the study from Durham University (DU) in the U.K., using graphic warning labels on meat products akin to the ones on cigarettes could help people reduce their consumption of meat and help them make smarter choices about not just their health but that of the planet as well.

Published in Appetite, the results of the randomized experimental study suggested that graphic warnings about associated health issues could reduce meat meal selections by seven to 10 ...

2019 REPORT: Humans will no longer be allowed to eat meat or dairy by 2030 in order to reduce “consumption-based emissions”

July 13, 2023 -

The report also claimed that people should be limited to only three items of new clothing per year and one airplane flight every three years. These "suggestions" will start in countries that "consume the most" to help reduce "the impact of urban consumption."

The report, titled "The Future of Urban Consumption in a 1.5°C World" was published in 2019 and sets out targets for cities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, in alignment with the 2015 Paris Agreement ambitions.

The ...

Is eating chili peppers the key to a longer life? Studies link chili consumption to lower risk of dying from heart disease, cancer

December 13, 2023 -

Chili peppers are native to the Americas but are now cultivated in warm regions around the world. They belong to the nightshade family, which includes popular vegetables like eggplants, potatoes and tomatoes, and medicinal herbs like mandrakes, goji berries and jimsonweed. Many varieties of chili peppers exist, some of which, like cayenne, jalapenos, Thai pepper, tabasco and habaneros, are well-known for their heat.

Aside from their spiciness, chili peppers boast an ...

FOOD FEAR: Former FDA and USDA food safety advisor warns against consumption of rare steaks, undercooked eggs and desserts amid completely drummed-up bird flu “outbreak”

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It all sounds a lot like the COVID fear campaign in 2020, however, when the global population was terrorized into a staged "plandemic."

According to Dr. Darin Detwiler, animal products that are not properly cooked could harbor small fragments of the virus which is currently tearing through U.S. farms. This means that steak should be cooked well done. Eggs with runny yolks should be avoided so hollandaise sauce and salad dressings like Caesar, which are made with raw eggs, ...

Live longer and increase your healthspan with these superfoods

August 25, 2023 -

While having "good" genes may be responsible for 20 percent of how long you live, the rest depends on your habits. Good habits such as following a healthy eating regimen, exercising regularly and avoiding alcohol and smoking have been linked by numerous studies to increased longevity.

In addition, there are certain foods that can help you live longer and healthier. Here are some of the best foods recommended by dietitians and nutritionists that can help you live longer ...

Studies confirm that a high sugar diet is correlated with an increased risk of CANCER

December 01, 2023 -

Excess sugar intake, especially high fructose corn syrup, is driving this public health crisis. Daily consumption of sugary beverages and fake foods is causing systemic inflammation, immunodeficiency, obesity, metabolic disorders, Type-2 diabetes, and a host of cancers.Excess sugar intake is a public health crisis

Mingyang Song, associate professor of clinical epidemiology and nutrition at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health spoke with The Epoch Times about ...

Drinking coffee can help reduce your risk of depression, according to studies

August 14, 2023 -

Coffee consumption protects against depression

Many of the beneficial effects of coffee are directly linked to caffeine, the bitter-tasting chemical that's naturally present in coffee beans. Because caffeine also occurs in more than 60 plants, such as tea leaves, guarana and cacao, and is added to a wide variety of food products, people often forget the fact that it is actually a psychoactive drug.

Caffeine is a natural stimulant that affects the central nervous system ...

Forever chemicals: Study shows exposure to PFAS linked to post-diet weight gain

May 08, 2023 -

According to a study published in the journal Obesity, perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are linked to obesity and weight gain after following a healthy diet.Dangerous "forever chemicals"

PFAS are common environmental pollutants dubbed "forever chemicals." These harmful chemicals are used to make a variety of products like firefighting foam and nonstick products.

For the study, the researchers investigated a frustrating problem that is common among ...

Colorectal cancer is ON THE RISE in people younger than 50, experts warn

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The American Cancer Society released a report in January highlighting a rapid uptick in colorectal cancer cases among younger demographics – specifically those in their 20s to 40s. This is happening even as the number of colorectal cancer diagnoses are falling among those over 65.

Medical oncologist Dr. Michael Cecchini at the Yale Cancer Center and co-director of the Colorectal Program at the Center for Gastrointestinal Cancers pointed out the gravity of the situation. He ...

Support brain health with lutein, a brain-boosting carotenoid

June 12, 2023 -

Lutein, a natural plant pigment responsible for the yellow, orange and red colors of various fruits and vegetables, has been found to support healthy cognitive function and help prevent cognitive decline.Lutein could be key to protecting against Alzheimer's

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in every nine Americans older than 45 is affected by cognitive decline. This age-related condition is characterized by gradual impairments in a person's ...

UK report recommends a 50% REDUCTION in emissions by 2030 – green tyranny incoming

June 30, 2023 -

The report titled "The Future of Urban Consumption in a 1.5 C World" put forward this recommendation. It was first published in 2019 and re-emphasized four years later. The C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, the Arup Group and the University of Leeds were the ones responsible for this paper.

The report highlighted the urgency of reducing what it calls "consumption-based emissions," stressing that these must be slashed by at least 50 percent by 2030. It identified food, ...