Comfort food might not be as healing as it seems. If you’re feeling down, stressed or heartbroken, it’s all too tempting to go for food that makes you feel happier — but it could also be bad for your health in the long run. A new study published in the European Journal of Preventative Cardiology … Read more
It’s the new year: Time to get your priorities — and your food — in order. A TikToker with a family history of Type 2 diabetes has gone viral showing how eating food in a certain order can prevent blood sugar spikes. Justin, known online as @insulinresistant1, posts videos of himself consuming different foods and … Read more
The end of the holiday season means that people are getting rid of their Christmas trees en masse, but some are keeping their holiday evergreens alive — by eating them. The latest trend has people giving their beloved Christmas trees new life by using the branches as an ingredient in recipes. “You can pretty much … Read more
Turns out not being able stop after one chip is actually in your DNA. Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University uncovered a gene that has a strong correlation in preventing obesity. Lacking that gene can be detrimental towards one’s ability to not overeat, especially with greasy junk foods. The put-the-fork-down gene — CREB-Regulated Transcription Coactivator 1 … Read more
Researchers followed more than 10,000 adults as they aged to see how diet relates to mental sharpness. They found people who regularly ate ultra-processed foods had an increased risk of cognitive decline. Ultra-processed foods account for more than half of total calories consumed by Americans. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your … Read more
Joe Rogan slammed “fat professors” who defend unhealthy lifestyles in a Saturday episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience.” “F— off, fat professors, f— off, you guys are unhealthy, it’s not in any way good,” Rogan said. Rogan’s guest was fitness influencer Derek of the “More Plates, More Dates” YouTube channel, where the two appeared to reference a document … Read more
Following the “green” Mediterranean diet helps burn fat three times faster than typical healthy eating, a new study shows. Research published in the BMC Medicine journal found that eating a plant-based Mediterranean diet allowed the body to burn a dangerous type of body fat at triple the rate compared to those on a generally “healthy” … Read more
Now, this is scary enough to make your eyes pop. Mom of two and mortician Lauren Eliza is virally serving up lesser known, albeit potentially life-saving facts about the dangers of popcorn, and how allowing kids to pop the buttery kernels into their mouths could be deadly. “Popcorn is not allowed in my house,” Lauren, … Read more
Carb lovers rejoice! This delectable starch, long a guilty pleasure, just might be a secret weapon when trying to “lose weight with little effort.” Researchers have discovered the surprising health benefit of potatoes — as it turns out, these spuds are incredibly nutrient-dense and could be a crucial “part of a healthy diet,” according to … Read more
Two women each lost over 11 pounds while taking part in a study that sent electric shocks to the part of the brain linked to cravings. Robyn Baldwin, 58, and Lena Tolly, 48, who both have obesity and binge eating disorders, tried extreme dieting and even bariatric surgery, but couldn’t keep the weight off. But … Read more
Makeup artist Pratima Bassi has always had a sweet tooth. But, when, a few years ago, her weight skyrocketed to 265 pounds thanks to her love of gooey chocolate morsels and cream-filled cookies, the 23-year-old New Yorker from Rockland County resolved to slim down. In 2018, she committed to a low-carb lifestyle and 90-minute strength training … Read more
This Thanksgiving is shaping up to be a real turkey. With inflation and avian bird flu sending the cost of the traditional holiday feast sky high this year, it may be smarter to eat out, according to a report from Wells Fargo. The study, which compared Consumer Price Index data from November 2021 with November … Read more
It’s that time of year when families decorate their front porches with whole pumpkins and carved jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween. But they may find that squirrels and other outdoor critters are the ones playing tricks. Here are a few tips from experts on how to safely squirrel-proof the seasonal decor. What to put on pumpkins to … Read more
He’s got an appetite for glory. A healthcare IT consultant and serial world-record chaser has likely secured the Guinness world record for chowing down at the most Michelin-starred restaurants in 24 hours. “As soon as I saw this, I thought, ‘I have to do it,’” Eric Finkelstein, 34, said. “This one did call out to … Read more
The early bird gets the worm. A new study by Harvard Medical School researchers at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital suggests that eating earlier in the day might be better for us — and eating all meals within a 10-hour window could also be healthier. The research, published in Cell Metabolism, found that the time … Read more
Check out more stories from Busted, our series that offers an unfiltered exploration and celebration of our boobs and ourselves during breast cancer awareness month. Let’s be clear from the start: According to countless studies, there is no single food that will either prevent or cause breast cancer. “Using this language creates a lot of … Read more
Studies often come to contradictory conclusions on how diet and fitness impact our odds of developing diseases. A new, independent statistical tool aims to cut through that noise. One top expert said he has “a little more tolerance for eating red meat,” after developing the tool. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access … Read more
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ari Magill Sugar is a common ingredient in several foods we consume. It is, indeed, a vital source of energy that can also metabolize fat and prevent the body from using protein as energy. But, when we start consuming too much sugar, it starts causing chronic health conditions like diabetes, obesity, … Read more
Many factors can contribute to a person’s eating habits, including personality traits. The Dark Triad personality traits of narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism have been linked to many negative outcomes, but their relationship to disordered eating has been underexplored. A study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health looks at how these … Read more
It’s news to no one that what we eat is important for our health. But scientists are increasingly learning that when we eat may be nearly as important — and two of their biggest recent findings may forever change how we think about dinner. You’ve probably heard about one of those big dietary findings: humans … Read more