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Inhaling Pleasant Scents During Sleep Tied to a Dramatic Boost in Cognition

In a small, randomized control trial researchers found that when cognitively normal individuals were exposed to the scent of an essential oil for 2 hours every night over 6 months, they experienced a 226% improvement in memory compared with a control group who received only a trace amount of the diffused scent.

Ozempic is in the spotlight but it's just the latest in a long and ...

Patients on an endless cycle of dieting and exercise want something more convenient, with a more certain outcome. And doctors, too, want to offer patients effective treatment, and a drug prescription is a workable option given the constraints of appointment times.

5 Ways Jaclyn Smith Loses Weight at 77

"What we put on our bodies shows up on our faces," she told Fox and one way she ensures she gets the nutrients needed is by having a green smoothie every day.

Obesity as a Disease of Civilization
Nigel Barber Ph.D. on August 9, 2023 in The Human Beast
Obesity contributes to many metabolic diseases that are common in all developed countries but were largely absent in subsistence farmers. Putting on too much weight is often due to moving too little rather than eating too much.

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Guilt-Free Biscuits: A Step-by-Step Guide to Sweetener-Reformulated Treats

Sweetener Reformulated Biscuits: Step-by-Step Recipe Discover a healthier twist on your favorite biscuits with our sweetener reformulated recipe. Perfect for those looking to reduce sugar intake without compromising on taste! Ingredients: Dry Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup Stevia or preferred sweetener 1 tsp vanilla extract Instructions: Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Blend Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix applesauce, oil, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth. Combine: Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Shape Dough: Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes. Bake: Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool and Enjoy: Let the biscuits cool before serving. More info: ...

Sweetener Reformulated Biscuits: A Step Towards Blood Glucose Control

In a recent study led by Catherine Gibbons from the University of Leeds, the effects of sweetener reformulated biscuits on appetite and endocrine responses in adults with overweight or obesity were evaluated. This study, conducted between 2021 and 2022 in England and France, sheds light on the potential benefits of substituting sucrose with sweeteners like neotame and stevia rebaudioside M (StRebM). The findings suggest that while the reformulated biscuits yielded similar appetite responses compared to sucrose-sweetened ones, they demonstrated a significant advantage in terms of post-meal insulin and glucose levels. Participants consuming biscuits with neotame and StRebM experienced lower postprandial insulin levels compared to those consuming sucrose, indicating a potential positive impact on blood glucose control. This is particularly noteworthy in the context of individuals at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. However, it's essential to acknowledge the limitations highlighted ...

Los no fumadores engordan menos

Un nuevo estudio relaciona el tabaquismo con la ganancia de peso, y concluye que las personas fumadoras activas, no sólo las que lo dejan, engordan más que las no fumadoras. Después de cuatro años de análisis en la Universidad de Navarra, las personas que menos engordaron fueron las que nunca habían fumado.

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