Psychology & Psychiatry
Psychologists investigate the broccoli paradox
If we think our friends really enjoy eating broccoli, we are less likely to consume it ourselves.
May 5, 2017
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Health
What should you eat to improve your skin?
"Get radiant skin!" "Banish your pimples!" "Glow from the inside out!"
May 14, 2018
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Health
Sports jerseys exposing children to junk food, alcohol and gambling
To adults they may seem fairly innocuous, however the sponsor logos that adorn the jerseys of professional sports people could be increasing children's awareness of junk food, alcohol and gambling.
Nov 10, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
The pandemic is forcing food to come to our emotional rescue
Feeling stressed? Find yourself reaching for the snack drawer or refrigerator? It's not uncommon for people to grab a snack when feeling stressed or experiencing anxiety.
Apr 15, 2020
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Health
Supermarkets put junk food on special twice as often as healthy food, and that's a problem
Half-price chips, "two for one" chocolates, "buy one get one free" soft drinks: Australian supermarkets make it very easy for us to fill our trolleys with junk food.
Aug 16, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Socio-economic stress in childhood may be linked with obesity later in life
Adults who grew up in a low socio-economic environment may be more likely to desire food even when they are not hungry, according to a new University of Alberta study that suggests stressful childhood environments are a precursor ...
Jul 8, 2022
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Health
High fizzy soft drink consumption linked to violence among teens
Teens who drink more than five cans of non-diet, fizzy soft drinks every week are significantly more likely to behave aggressively, suggests research published online in Injury Prevention. This includes carrying a weapon ...
Oct 25, 2011
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Medical research
Scientists tie dietary influences to changes in gene expression and physiology
Sometimes you just can't resist a tiny piece of chocolate cake. Even the most health-conscious eaters find themselves indulging in junk foods from time to time. New research by scientists at the University of Massachusetts ...
Mar 28, 2013
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Medical research
Grandpa's obesity affects the health of his grandchildren
With more than 14 million Australians now overweight or obese, researchers are warning of the harmful legacy that parental obesity can have on future generations. It follows a vital breakthrough in obesity research, which ...
Jul 18, 2016
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Health
Regulation of junk food advertising has minimal impact
(Medical Xpress)—Researchers at the University of Liverpool have found that regulations introduced to reduce children's exposure to junk food advertising have not had a significant impact.
Oct 3, 2012
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