New research shows that eating certain foods causes the brain to release endorphins, or “happiness hormones.” Researchers measured participants’ brain activity after they ate pizza. The scans were repeated after participants consumed a liquid meal containing the same amount of calories as the pizza. Both the pizza and the liquid meals triggered a release of opioids (physical … [Read more...] about Eating Makes Your Brain Happy-Make Your Body Happy, Too!
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Does Eating Really Relieve Stress?
“Emotional eating” is triggered by stress, causing you to consume larger portions, or more unhealthy foods than you normally would. Food is the fuel that keeps the body running. Food is also a social thing; it should be fun, delicious and joyful! Finding the balance between eating what you need and eating what you want is essential for keeping health (and blood sugar) under … [Read more...] about Does Eating Really Relieve Stress?
Fat Is Good, Sugar Is Bad – Research Continues To Prove The Truth
Decades ago, the sugar industry paid off Harvard scientists to lie about what roles sugar and fat play in your diet. Even though there was plenty of evidence to prove them wrong, these scientists chose to publish only the studies that supported their scheme. This is not a bold claim, see this New York Times story about the farce. And there are more. Their goal was to reduce or … [Read more...] about Fat Is Good, Sugar Is Bad – Research Continues To Prove The Truth
Heal Your Gut (And Your Body) With These Tips!
New research has shown that the foods we eat directly affect the bacteria in our gut, thereby having a powerful impact on the health of the entire body. When your gut works better, your body works better. The home of an estimated 100 trillion organisms, your gut is the “second brain” of your body. The gut does everything from transforming food into fuel for the body, to … [Read more...] about Heal Your Gut (And Your Body) With These Tips!
Blood Sugar-Spiking Meds In Your Medicine Cabinet?
Diabetics know to keep a close eye out for things that trigger blood sugar spikes. Stay away from refined sugar, and empty carbs wherever they may hide. But have you considered them hiding in your medicine cabinet? Cough, cold, headache, backache? It’s true that the drugstore shelves are stocked with endless medication options, so you’ve got plenty of choices. But what if you … [Read more...] about Blood Sugar-Spiking Meds In Your Medicine Cabinet?