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Ban on Junk Food Ads to Take Effect
health1 month 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
health3 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
health5 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-research1 year 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
"Uncovering the Link: How Poor Diet and Sugar Contribute to Rising Cancer Risk"
health-research1 year ago

"Uncovering the Link: How Poor Diet and Sugar Contribute to Rising Cancer Risk"

A study in Singapore has revealed a potential link between junk food consumption and cancer risk, suggesting that a compound called methylglyoxal, produced when the body breaks down sugary and fatty foods, can temporarily inhibit the cancer-protecting function of the BRCA2 gene. This finding challenges the long-held "two-hit" paradigm and may help explain the rising prevalence of cancers, particularly in young, seemingly healthy individuals. The study also highlights the potential impact of diet on cancer risk, particularly colorectal cancer, and suggests that repeated exposure to methylglyoxal, commonly found in processed foods and red meat, could increase the risk of cancer development, especially in individuals with inherited faulty copies of the BRCA2 gene.

via Daily Mail|
#brca2-gene#cancer#health-research
"Adolescent Junk Food Diet Linked to Long-Term Memory Damage"
health-and-neuroscience1 year ago

"Adolescent Junk Food Diet Linked to Long-Term Memory Damage"

A study on rats suggests that a junk food diet during adolescence may lead to long-lasting memory impairments due to disruptions in acetylcholine, a crucial neurotransmitter for memory and learning. Even after switching to a healthier diet, the memory deficits persisted into adulthood, highlighting the potential irreversible effects of poor dietary habits on cognitive functions. The research emphasizes the critical impact of diet on brain development and suggests avenues for future research on mitigating the impact of dietary choices.

via Neuroscience News|
#acetylcholine#adolescence#health-and-neuroscience
The Lasting Impact of Junk Food on Childhood Memory
health1 year ago

The Lasting Impact of Junk Food on Childhood Memory

A study at the University of Southern California suggests that a diet high in fat and sugar during adolescence may lead to long-term memory impairment in adulthood, similar to findings in rats. The research indicates that a junk food-filled diet may disrupt a teen’s memory ability for a long time, affecting the levels of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter essential for memory and brain function. While the study shows hope for intervention with medication inducing the release of acetylcholine, further research is needed to understand how memory problems from a junk food diet during adolescence may be reversible.

via Study Finds|
#acetylcholine#adolescence#health