Drinking more water tied to eating fewer calories, less sugar
Drinking more water tied to eating fewer calories, less sugar For people who want to control their weight or reduce their intakes of sugar, sodium and…
Eating more protein helps people feel fuller after meals
Eating more protein helps people feel fuller after meals Many people turn to high-protein foods when trying to lose weight because eating protein-rich meals…
Too little sleep may activate the munchies
Too little sleep may activate the munchies Too little sleep may activate the same chemical pathways in the brain that are involved in heightened attraction to…
Non-chain restaurant meals are high in calories too
Non-chain restaurant meals are high in calories too A typical U.S. restaurant meal provides enough calories for two or more healthy meals - and that’s…
Can flavonoid-rich fruits and vegetables prevent adult weight gain?
Can flavonoid-rich fruits and vegetables prevent adult weight gain? Findings from a new study suggest that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables rich in…
6 ways to feed your gut bacteria - and help curb weight gain
6 ways to feed your gut bacteria - and help curb weight gain For many people, excess weight creeps on slowly. While the usual culprits – too much food,…
Can a cluttered kitchen make you eat more?
Can a cluttered kitchen make you eat more? If you can’t seem to stop yourself from snacking, your messy kitchen may be at least partly to blame, a…
Dietitians of Canada call for tax on sugar-sweetened beverages sold in Canada
Dietitians of Canada call for tax on sugar-sweetened beverages sold in Canada Dietitians of Canada released a position statement on February 9th that…
Is 2016 the year of the sugar tax?
Is 2016 the year of the sugar tax? For years, public health advocates have called for taxing sweetened food and drinks as one prong of an attack against a…
Graphical vs. numerical display of nutrition information keeps diners on target
Graphical vs. numerical display of nutrition information keeps diners on target A new study from the University of Illinois found that when consumers are…