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Caregiver Breakpoint: A Granddaughter Demands Change or Silence
life-and-drama26 days ago

Caregiver Breakpoint: A Granddaughter Demands Change or Silence

A 29-year-old granddaughter supporting her 68-year-old grandmother with finances watches the grandmother battle cirrhosis, Type 2 diabetes, COPD, obesity and other health issues while insisting on unhealthy habits; after repeatedly offering affordable healthier meals, budgeting for groceries, and urging doctor visits that are ignored, she bluntly tells her grandmother to stop complaining unless she’s willing to change—sparking online debate about boundaries, empathy, and the real difficulties of behavior change in chronic illness.

via TwistedSifter|
#aita#caregiving#grandma
Gibraltar macaques chew dirt to blunt junk-food digestion
science2 months ago

Gibraltar macaques chew dirt to blunt junk-food digestion

Researchers studying 230 Barbary macaques in Gibraltar found those with more access to tourists’ calorie-dense snacks eat dirt about 12 times a week, suggesting geophagy buffers the digestive impact of high-calorie, low-fiber junk food and may aid gut bacteria; the behavior is more common in seasons with more tourists and is absent in groups with no tourist access.

via BBC Science Focus Magazine|
#geophagy#gut-microbiome#human-wildlife-interaction
science2 months ago

Gibraltar macaques use soil to dodge junk-food bellyache

Researchers documented soil-eating (geophagy) in Barbary macaques around Gibraltar, noting more soil consumption in groups that eat more human snacks like chocolate and ice cream. The behavior may help buffer stomach upset and potentially microbiome disruption from junk food, could be socially learned, and varied by group with some having no access to human food. More research is needed to understand the gut-related benefits.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#geophagy#gibraltar#junk-food
Ban on Junk Food Ads to Take Effect
health6 months ago

Ban on Junk Food Ads to Take Effect

A UK-wide ban on advertising high-fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) foods on TV before 21:00 and online is set to take effect, aiming to reduce childhood obesity by limiting exposure to unhealthy food marketing. The ban covers products like soft drinks, sweets, pizzas, and some cereals, with exceptions for healthier options. Food manufacturers are encouraged to develop healthier products, and the government expects this measure to prevent around 20,000 cases of childhood obesity annually.

via BBC|
#advertisement-ban#childhood-obesity#food-industry
Top Junk Foods That Damage Your Brain, According to New Research
health8 months ago

Top Junk Foods That Damage Your Brain, According to New Research

Research from Virginia Tech highlights that ultra-processed meats and sugary beverages significantly increase the risk of cognitive impairments, including dementia, in older adults. The study emphasizes the importance of moderating consumption of these foods and suggests cooking classes as a practical intervention to improve diet quality and protect brain health.

via ScienceAlert|
#brain-health#cognitive-decline#dietary-changes
Few Days of Junk Food Can Impair Your Memory
health10 months ago

Few Days of Junk Food Can Impair Your Memory

A study shows that just four days of consuming a high-fat junk food diet can rapidly disrupt memory-related neurons in the brain's hippocampus, increasing the risk of cognitive impairment. The damage is linked to disrupted glucose use and hyperactivity of specific neurons, but can be reversed through dietary changes or fasting, highlighting the importance of nutrition in brain health and potential early interventions to prevent dementia.

via SciTechDaily|
#brain#cognitive-decline#diet
Study Links Ultra-Processed Foods to Increased Colon Cancer Risk
health1 year ago

Study Links Ultra-Processed Foods to Increased Colon Cancer Risk

A study by the University of South Florida Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute suggests that ultra-processed foods may contribute to the growth of cancerous colon tumors by increasing inflammation through an imbalance of lipids. The research highlights the potential of using natural products rich in omega-3 fatty acids as a treatment to promote healing and reduce inflammation, rather than relying on synthetic drugs. The study underscores the importance of reducing processed food consumption to improve health outcomes.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#cancer#colon-tumors#health
Porridge and Crumpets Targeted in UK's New Junk Food Ad Ban
health1 year ago

Porridge and Crumpets Targeted in UK's New Junk Food Ad Ban

The UK government plans to implement a new advertising ban on certain 'junk food' products, including sugary porridge, crumpets, and breakfast cereals, to combat rising childhood obesity rates. The ban, effective from October 2025, will restrict TV and online ads for foods high in sugar, fat, or salt before 9 PM. While some, like cook Thomasina Miers, support the move as a bold step towards healthier diets, others criticize it for potentially impacting businesses and question its effectiveness. The legislation aims to reduce calorie intake among children and shift healthcare focus from treatment to prevention.

via BBC.com|
#advertising-ban#childhood-obesity#government-policy
The Long-Term Impact of Junk Food on Adolescent Memory
health-research2 years ago

The Long-Term Impact of Junk Food on Adolescent Memory

Research led by USC indicates that consuming a high-fat, sugary diet during adolescence can lead to persistent memory impairments, despite later dietary improvements, with long-term effects on brain function and memory. Rats fed a high-fat, high-sugar diet during their adolescence experienced memory impairment, and the study suggests that these effects may last into adulthood. The research highlights the significant impact of junk food diets on memory function and the potential long-term consequences, emphasizing the importance of healthy eating habits during adolescence for brain development.

via SciTechDaily|
#adolescence-diet#brain-function#health-research