Global alcohol intake has increased by 70%, study warns

A large new study shows that global alcohol intake increased sharply between 1990 and 2017. This pattern is set to continue up to 2030, the authors warn.

High meat intake increases diabetes risk, study shows

A Singaporean study shows that red meat and poultry can increase diabetes risk, but fish and shellfish can reduce that risk. Heme iron also plays a role.

Stress in late pregnancy may fuel binge eating in female offspring

Mouse study shows that prenatal stress in late gestation increases chance of binge eating in female offspring and coincides with epigenetic brain changes.

Inhibiting key enzyme may prevent midlife weight gain

New study shows that a certain enzyme plays a key role in midlife weight gain.

Red wine compound found to slow down neural aging in mice

New study shows that resveratrol reduces age-induced deterioration of neuromuscular synapses in mice. Anti-diabetes drug may also slow down muscular aging.

Caffeine has little to no benefit after 3 nights of sleep restriction

New study shows caffeine is not sufficient to prevent performance decline long term.

CNIC researchers discover link between a mitochondrial defect and heart disease

The study shows that a diet rich in fatty acids can prevent heart disease and increase survival of the mice with this condition.

Sleep well to avoid insulin resistance

A study shows that one night’s missed sleep can cause impairment to insulin sensitivity equal to 6 months on a high-fat diet, emphasizing a need for healthy sleeping habits.

Skipping meals tied to increased belly fat, prediabetes

A study shows mice that ate all their daily food in a single meal every day and fasted in between gained fat in their abdomens and developed insulin resistance in their livers.

Parents approve of nutrition report cards

Parents receiving academic report cards throughout the school year is commonplace, but a new Cornell University study shows that for healthier nutrition, parents should opt to receive a nutrition report card, too.”This pilot study underscores that a nutrition report card is feasible and efficient…

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