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The Timing of Meals Is Crucial for Health, Study Finds
A joint study by the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) and Columbia University has presented compelling evidence that the time of day when calories are consumed significantly impacts glucose metabolism and overall health. Published in the Nature group journal Nutrition & Diabetes, the research reveals that consuming more than 45% of daily calories after 5…
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Can Podcasts Really Create Healthier Habits?
Podcasts dominate contemporary media consumption, weaving their way into the daily routines of millions. With the average individual dedicating over five hours weekly to podcast listening, one question looms large: Can podcasts foster healthier habits? A new study led by the University of South Australia (UniSA), published in the journal Digital Health, suggests the answer…
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Shifting to Sustainable Diets: How Global Food Choices Impact Our Planet
A monumental shift in global diets towards sustainability could significantly combat climate change and global food insecurity. However, implementing such changes on a worldwide scale presents complex challenges. Researchers led by UC Santa Barbara’s National Center for Ecological Analysis & Synthesis (NCEAS) tackled this issue head-on to better understand the potential global impacts. “Changes in…
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New Study Shows Going Vegan Saves Over $650 Annually on Groceries
Adopting a low-fat vegan diet can lead to significant savings on grocery bills, according to new research by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a nonprofit organization. Published in JAMA Network Open, the study found that a low-fat vegan diet cuts food costs by 19%, or $1.80 per day, compared to the standard American diet…
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Cocoa and Green Tea Reduce Negative Effects of Fatty Foods During Stress, Study Finds
New research from the University of Birmingham has found that consuming flavanol-rich cocoa drinks can protect the body’s vascular system from the adverse effects of stress and high-fat foods. Published in the journal Food and Function, the research provides fresh insights into how everyday dietary choices can impact cardiovascular function during stressful periods. “We know…
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The Surprising Truth About Cash: How Cashless Payments Are Changing Spending Habits
As society transitions towards cashless payments, researchers led by the University of Surrey reveal that physical cash not only influences our spending habits but also instills a sense of psychological ownership that digital transactions lack. A recent paper published in Qualitative Market Research explores how the decline of cash from daily life diminishes our spending…
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Texting Abbreviations Make You Seem Insincere, New Study RevealsÂ
In a digital age where texting has become the primary mode of communication, a new study led by Stanford University suggests that shorthand messages often come across as insincere. According to the research, published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, abbreviating words in texts can negatively impact how the sender is perceived and lower…
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Understanding the ‘Domestic Transition’ and Its Impact on Developing Nations
Economists Rutger Schilpzand and Jeroen Smits from Radboud University unveil a compelling new way to evaluate a country’s development: by examining the household items people possess. Their research shifts the focus from traditional metrics, such as income, health or education, to what they term “material wealth,” introducing the concept of the “domestic transition.” Published in…
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New Study Reveals Health and Price as Main Factors in U.S. Meat Consumption Decisions
Despite growing awareness of the climate impacts of meat production, a new study led byRutgers University shows that health and price concerns heavily outweigh sustainability in Americans’ meat consumption choices. Published in the journal Appetite, the study surveyed over 1,200 U.S. adults to explore their meat and seafood consumption patterns and motivations. The researchers discovered…
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Study Reveals High Rates of Salmon Mislabeling in Seattle Sushi Restaurants
A recent study conducted by researchers at Seattle Pacific University has uncovered that 18% of salmon samples from grocery stores and sushi restaurants in Seattle were mislabeled. This revelation has sparked concerns about consumer fraud and impediments to sustainable fishing efforts. The study, led by Tracie Delgado, a professor of biology in the Biology Department…
