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Weight loss changes women's response to food marketing
A study found that women with obesity were more responsive to food marketing strategies. Bariatric surgery, which involves changes to […]
Could ginger ease lupus symptoms?
A recent study in rodents suggests that ginger might help treat people with lupus and those vulnerable to forming dangerous […]
11 myths about losing weight
As 2021 begins, many of us might be planning to lose some weight. However, when it comes to dieting and […]
Plant-based diet could boost metabolism
For people who may wish to lose weight, plant-based diets could be the best solution thanks to the way in […]
Could zinc protect against COVID-19?
A review of the evidence on zinc suggests the mineral could have protective effects against COVID-19 by boosting anti-viral immunity […]
Mediterranean diet linked to gut microbiome improvements
New research has found that older people who adhered to a Mediterranean diet for a year had healthier gut microbiomes […]