"Rapid Impact: Refined Carbs Linked to Decreased Attractiveness, Study Reveals"

A study suggests that consuming refined carbohydrates can affect facial attractiveness within hours, with high-glycemic meals leading to a decrease in perceived attractiveness. The research, involving 104 adults, found that both immediate and chronic consumption of refined carbs had an impact on facial attractiveness, regardless of body mass index. The study also revealed differences in how men and women responded to different meals, highlighting the complex dietary influences on physiology and the potential interplay between diet, biology, and social behavior.