Bored people reach for the crisps

People crave fatty and sugary foods when they are bored.That is the conclusion of research being presented today, Wednesday 27 April 2016, at the Annual Conference of the British Psychological…

Eating nuts linked to 20% cut in death rates

Good health is affordable – that’s the conclusion of new research that finds a link between lower death risk and a diet rich in nuts, peanuts in particular.

The Effectiveness Of Green Coffee Bean Weight-Loss Supplements Questioned

A major ingredient in those green coffee bean dietary supplements – often touted as “miracle” weight-loss products – doesn’t prevent weight gain in obese laboratory mice fed a high-fat diet when given at higher doses. That’s the conclusion of a first-of-its-kind study published in ACS’ Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry…

Increased TV Exposure Associated With Higher Consumption Of Sweetened Beverages Among Children

More time in front of the TV set and higher exposure to TV adverts may lead to increased consumption of sweetened beverages among children. This is the conclusion of a new study from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden