(Natural News) Not getting enough sleep can make you feel grumpy and tired the next day. But did you know that insufficient sleep can also cause an increase in belly fat? According to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, insufficient sleep and free access to food increase calorie consumption and fat […]

(Natural News) Research published in the journal Hormones and Behaviour reveals that soy consumption can lead to aggressive anti-social behavior. For their study, experts in the field evaluated adult macaques fed soy products over the course of 15 months. The primates were separated into nine stable social groups, some receiving soy-free protein and others receiving […]

(Natural News) Despite some dietary improvements over the years, Americans are still eating too many low-quality carbohydrates and fats, according to a recent study published in the journal JAMA Network. An international team of researchers examined adult dietary habits and found that Americans are cutting back on low-quality carbohydrates. However, intake remains high at over 40 percent, while […]

(Natural News) Lack of sleep is thought to cause weight gain. This new research shows how. Published in the Journal of Lipid Research, it showed that participants who slept no more than five hours each night for four consecutive nights reported feeling less satisfied after eating a high-fat, calorie-dense meal. Blood samples showed that sleep restriction […]

(Natural News) An international team of researchers identified the neural circuit that dictates whether you will persevere or give up. This neural circuit may be responsible for why people perform better when they are hungry. The researchers conducted their study using fruit flies and found a small region in their brains that became highly active when the flies were starved. “Our […]

(Natural News) Obese individuals have higher levels of a protein linked to blood vessel damage, found a study published in the journal Science Translational Medicine. This protein is called the wingless-related integration site 5A, or WNT5A. It triggers internal or oxidative stress and promotes the build-up of substances in the blood vessels. Over time, this build-up could develop into plaques and lead to […]

(Natural News) Lack of sleep affects how the body metabolizes fat, leading to feeling less full after eating. This predisposes individuals to put on more weight, suggests a study published in the Journal of Lipid Research. Sleep deprivation is a very common problem among adults. According to the American Sleep Association, about 50 to 70 million American adults suffer […]

(Natural News) When the holidays roll around, it can be easy to forget that you’ve committed to eating a balanced diet. After all, eating some cookies after finishing a plate of turkey and mashed potatoes won’t hurt, right? If you’re worried about snacking too much and gaining a couple of extra pounds over the holidays, listen […]

(Natural News) Eating ensures that your body gets the energy it needs to get you through the day. But if you find yourself eating when you’re sad or when you’re not really hungry, you may be experiencing emotional overeating. Figuring out the underlying reasons why you overeat is important if you want to improve your eating […]

(Natural News) Gaining excess fat around your face is a sign that you’re gaining weight. Fortunately, this can be remedied by making a few simple lifestyle changes. If you want to get rid of the chubby cheeks, you can try these useful strategies for reducing excess facial fat. Engage in regular cardio exercise One of the best ways to […]