Food

Study: Alterations in lifestyle affect men, women differently

Researchers found that only in men sedentary lifestyle and high sugar intake cause decreased insulin-stimulated leg blood flow.

2022-10-27T15:13:45.046137+00:00 IST

Research maps out environmental footprint of food

Researchers at UC Santa Barbara's National Center for Ecological Analysis & Synthesis (NCEAS) have mapped for the first time the environmental footprint of the production of all foods.

2022-10-24T23:04:57.140375+00:00 IST

Check: Safe and effective ways to naturally detoxify your body

Detoxification is a crucial component of today's life as it is an essential part to lead an optimal and healthy life. It generally means cleansing the blood, and this is achieved by the removal of impurities from the blood in the liver. A body detoxification program can make a lot of difference, and to achieve that we have curated a list of 5 effective tips that are easy to follow, safe and time effective.

2022-10-24T14:11:31.840141+00:00 IST

Researchers find method to rate eating quality of hybrid rice

Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant has extended his greetings and good wishes to the people of the State,

2022-10-23T09:32:29.015826+00:00 IST

Study finds snacking on almonds boosts gut health

Washington [US], October 22 (ANI): Eating a handful of almonds a day significantly increases the production of butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid that promotes gut health, according to a recent study.

2022-10-22T15:43:24.621985+00:00 IST

Almonds are good for gut health: Study

Washington [US], October 21 (ANI): According to a study, a handful of almonds every day greatly improves butyrate synthesis, a short-chain fatty acid that benefits gut health.

2022-10-21T00:54:01.475584+00:00 IST

Study: Amygdale in brain is reason behind overeating

New York [US], October 20 (ANI): Fear is controlled by the amygdala, a part of the brain. Researchers have shown that the amygdala is also responsible for overeating. Professor Bo Li of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) uncovered a set of neurons in the amygdala that causes mice to devour fatty or sweet meals even when they are not hungry. Therapeutics targeting these neurons might lead to novel obesity treatments with low side effects.

2022-10-20T16:30:01.710186+00:00 IST

Researchers evaluate factors relating to eating quality of rice

Washington [US], October 18 (ANI): A new study has evaluated the factors to eating quality of hybrid rice.

2022-10-18T18:00:07.538871+00:00 IST

Diwali is here and so are memes on soan papdi

Diwali is here and it's time to add sweetness to your festivities with India's popular desserts especially soan papdi. Soan papdi, also known as san papri, sohan papdi or patisa, is usually cube-shaped or served as flakes, and has a crisp and flaky texture.

2022-10-18T04:28:50.798823+00:00 IST

Study: How immunity is impacted by fatty acid metabolism in plant

Washington [US], October 16 (ANI): Would you be surprised to learn that a salad also includes fatty acids?

2022-10-16T05:44:04.576866+00:00 IST

Families that eat together are less disturbed: Study

Washington [US], October 15 (ANI): Chronic and constant stress can raise one's lifetime risk of heart disease and stroke, but according to a new American Heart Association study, regular eating with family members could be a simple approach to deal with stress.

2022-10-15T14:54:24.354034+00:00 IST

Certain types of dietary fibre cause inflammatory response: Study

Alberta [Canada], October 14 (ANI): A recent study has revealed the role of dietary fiber and gut microbes in people with inflammatory bowel disease, a finding which could lead to personalized dietary guidelines.

2022-10-14T05:22:49.502347+00:00 IST

Mediterranean diet not linked to reduced risk of dementia: Study

Washington [US], October 13 (ANI): Several studies suggest that a person's risk of dementia can be reduced by eating a healthy diet, but the findings of a new study suggest that two diets including the Mediterranean diet are not linked to a reduced risk of dementia.

2022-10-13T01:01:01.642316+00:00 IST

Karwa Chauth 2022: These fasting tips could be a game-changer!

New Delhi [India], October 12 (ANI): Karwa Chauth is on Thursday, and like every year, Hindu women are going to fast throughout the day to wish for their husband's long life and good health.

2022-10-12T14:04:22.859450+00:00 IST

Mediterranean diet improves immunotherapy response rates

Vienna [Austria], October 10 (ANI): A Mediterranean diet high in fibre, monounsaturated fatty acids, and polyphenols has been linked to improved immunotherapy response rates and progression-free survival in patients with advanced melanoma, according to a new study.

2022-10-10T03:20:33.151070+00:00 IST

Mother's consumption of processed foods linked to obesity

Washington [US], October 8 (ANI): According to research, a mother's consumption of ultra-processed foods appears to be associated with an increased risk of overweight or obesity in her children, regardless of other lifestyle risk factors.

2022-10-08T10:46:18.533621+00:00 IST

Can omega-3 fatty acid consumption in midlife benefit your brain?

Washington [US], October 6 (ANI): According to an exploratory study, those who consume more foods high in omega-3 fatty acids in midlife may have higher cognitive abilities and even better brain structure than those who consume less of these foods.

2022-10-06T09:29:32.988604+00:00 IST

Mother's use of ultra-processed food linked with obesity in kids

Washington [US], October 6 (ANI): A mother's use of ultra-processed foods appears to be connected to an elevated risk of overweight or obesity in her kids, regardless of other lifestyle risk factors, according to research.

2022-10-06T09:02:57.327222+00:00 IST

Microbiologists working to improve taste of beer

Washington [US], October 5 (ANI): Researchers in Belgium have enhanced the flavour of modern beer by locating and genetically modifying a gene that contributes significantly to the flavour of beer and several other alcoholic beverages. The study has been published in the American Society for Microbiology journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology.

2022-10-05T09:29:52.280719+00:00 IST

7 fasting-friendly food you can try this Navratri

New Delhi [India], September 26 (ANI): Navratri, one of the biggest Indian festivals, is being observed with great fervour across the nation. The 9-day-long festival heightens one's spiritual belief by observing fast and worshipping avatars of Goddess Durga.

2022-09-26T07:18:04.499972+00:00 IST

Study finds gut microbes consume plant sugars as food

Birmingham [UK], September 25 (ANI): The bacteria in our stomach are fed by a carbohydrate that is frequently found bound to plant proteins, according to researchers.

2022-09-25T07:23:30.544263+00:00 IST