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health1 month ago•11 min saved

GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Show Hunger Is a Gut–Brain Conversation

GLP-1 drugs (used for diabetes and obesity) reveal that hunger is a fluctuating biological signal governed by gut hormones and digestion, not willpower alone. By prolonging the post‑meal satiety state and slowing gastric emptying, these medications can achieve about 5–8% weight loss, though effects often fade after stopping and weight can be regained. Appetite regulation emerges from a gut–brain axis involving hormones like GLP‑1 and ghrelin, influenced by activity, nutrition, circadian rhythms, and the food environment. The broader implications include shifts in how obesity is understood, as well as ongoing questions about long‑term use, access, and nutrition management alongside treatment.

via The Conversation|

#appetite #glp-1 #gut-brain-axis

science2 months ago•6 min saved

How Detecting Hunger Shapes Our Mood: The Science Behind Hangry

A month-long study with 90 healthy adults using continuous glucose monitors and smartphone mood checks found that mood worsens primarily when people perceive hunger, not simply when blood sugar drops. Those with higher interoceptive accuracy—better awareness of internal bodily states—showed fewer mood swings. Hunger signals involve the hypothalamus and insula, and improving interoception through attention to body cues and exercise may help stabilize moods and prevent impulsive eating. The piece, republished from The Conversation, also notes the everyday relevance for parents managing kids' meals.

via ScienceAlert|

#brain #hangry #hunger

world3 months ago•5 min saved

Aid Cuts Worsen Hunger Crisis for Millions of Afghans

Millions of Afghans face severe hunger and hardship due to significant cuts in international aid, economic struggles, natural disasters, and the return of refugees, with vulnerable populations suffering from food shortages, rising living costs, and limited access to basic services amid ongoing crises.

via ABC News|

#afghanistan #aid-cuts #humanitarian-crisis

science3 months ago•3 min saved

Science Explains Why There's Always Room for Dessert

The article explains why people often have room for dessert after a meal, highlighting physiological factors like stomach flexibility and brain reward pathways, as well as psychological and cultural influences that make sweet foods particularly tempting and enjoyable, even when physically full.

via ScienceAlert|

#cultural-influence #dessert #hunger

world5 months ago•4 min saved

Food Assistance Programs Face Uncertainty Amid Government Shutdown

Millions of Americans are facing a food crisis due to halted SNAP benefits amid government shutdown and rising food costs, forcing families to make difficult choices about essentials like food and rent, with uncertainty about when aid will resume.

via Axios|

#food-crisis #food-insecurity #government-shutdown

politics5 months ago•4 min saved

GOP and Trump’s Role in the SNAP Benefits Crisis

The article argues that the recent SNAP food benefit shutdown was a deliberate outcome of Republican policies, particularly the Big Beautiful Bill, which restricted benefit updates, shifted costs to states, and targeted immigrant families, ultimately weakening the safety net and increasing hunger among vulnerable populations.

via Rolling Stone|

#federal-budget #food-stamps #gop

politics5 months ago•2 min saved

Democrats leverage SNAP deadline in political strategy

Democrats accuse the Trump administration of intentionally withholding SNAP benefits, which could affect 42 million Americans, by not using available contingency funds, leading to a legal challenge and political controversy over the handling of food assistance programs.

via Axios|

#federal-funds #hunger #lawsuit

world5 months ago•5 min saved

Ongoing government shutdown risks cutting food aid for millions across the U.S.

The ongoing U.S. federal government shutdown threatens to cut off food assistance for 42 million people relying on SNAP, potentially causing widespread hunger and economic instability, with additional risks for pregnant women and new parents due to WIC funding issues.

via NPR|

#federal-government-shutdown #food-aid #food-banks

politics5 months ago•1 min saved

Millions Face Food Aid Cuts as Government Shutdown Continues

At least 25 states plan to cut off SNAP food aid benefits in November due to the ongoing government shutdown, which has halted federal funding and created a crisis for low-income families just before the holiday season, with states scrambling to cover costs and delays expected even if the government reopens soon.

via Politico|

#food-aid-cuts #government-shutdown #hunger

science5 months ago•3 min saved

Hunger and Hormones Fuel Aggression in Mice

Researchers have uncovered how hunger and hormonal changes, particularly estrogen and progesterone, influence aggressive behavior in mice by revealing the neural mechanisms involved, which could enhance understanding of how the brain interprets multiple stimuli.

via Nature|

#aggression #hormones #hunger

health5 months ago•2 min saved

Top 5 Tips to Control Midnight Hunger

To prevent midnight cravings, focus on balanced meals with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, manage stress, and ensure adequate sleep. If waking up hungry, try drinking water first and opt for a small, protein-rich snack if truly hungry. Regular eating patterns and stress reduction can help regulate hunger hormones and reduce nighttime wake-ups.

via WTOP|

#blood-sugar #health #healthy-eating

world6 months ago•12 min saved

Two Years of Gaza Conflict: The Unseen Impact and the Path to Peace

Over two years of war in Gaza have devastated the society, with many residents experiencing loss of loved ones, displacement, hunger, and shattered hopes. Despite some evacuations, most remain trapped in a cycle of violence and suffering, with many unable to respond or find closure, highlighting the profound human toll of the conflict.

via The New York Times|

#displacement #family-tragedy #gaza-war

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Administration Ends U.S. Hunger and Food Insecurity Reports

The Trump administration has ended the longstanding USDA annual reports on U.S. food security, citing redundancy and politicization, despite rising food insecurity affecting millions of Americans and cuts to food aid programs, raising concerns among aid groups and experts about the impact on understanding and addressing hunger.

via The Washington Post|

#food-assistance #food-insecurity #hunger

politics6 months ago•1 min saved

Trump Administration Ends U.S. Hunger and Food Insecurity Surveys

The Trump administration has ended the annual federal report on hunger in America, citing concerns over politicization and inaccuracies, amid ongoing reductions in food aid and SNAP benefits, leading critics to accuse the administration of suppressing data on increasing hunger.

via NBC News|

#food-aid #hunger #politics

politics6 months ago•1 min saved

Trump Administration Ends Annual Hunger and Food Insecurity Reports

The Trump administration has ended the annual report on hunger in America, citing inaccuracies and politicization, amid ongoing food aid cuts and a declining poverty rate, leading critics to accuse the administration of hiding rising hunger levels.

via AP News|

#food-security #food-stamps #hunger