The introduction of the soft drinks industry levy—the 'sugary drinks tax'—in England was followed by a drop in the number of cases of obesity among older primary school children, according to Cambridge researchers. Taking ...
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Poor nutrition coupled with living in a chaotic household environment may negatively affect young children's executive functioning, the higher order cognitive skills that govern memory, attention and emotional control, researchers ...
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A comprehensive screen of gut bacteria composition identifies specific bacterial groups that differ between the early risers and late sleepers.
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People who carry variants in a particular gene have an increased preference for high fat food, but a decreased preference for sugary foods. This work has provided insights into why we make particular food choices, with potential ...
Oct 4, 2016
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(Medical Xpress) -- The next time you are craving sweets, blame it on your brain. The brain receiving amplified signals can trigger an intense desire to satisfy a sweet tooth with sugary foods, a new University of Michigan ...
Jun 14, 2011
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The Australian government has been investigating whether we should ban unhealthy food advertising online, and how it could work. In the United Kingdom, a ban on unhealthy food and drink advertising online will start in October ...
Jul 12, 2024
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Judging by recent headlines and policy ideas, you might think screen time is the only lifestyle behavior influencing teen well-being.
Jul 10, 2024
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You've got your swimsuit, sunglasses and a beach- or hammock-worthy novel ready to go. But does your vacation checklist also have a plan for healthy eating?
Jul 8, 2024
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It's a Saturday afternoon at a kids' birthday party. Hordes of children are swarming between the spread of birthday treats and party games. Half-eaten cupcakes, biscuits and lollies litter the floor, and the kids seem to ...
May 28, 2024
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Teens from less affluent families in Europe are at greater risk of obesity, inactivity and poor diet, which are risk factors for cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, the WHO said Thursday.
May 23, 2024
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