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health11 days ago•3 min saved

Science Says Your Biggest Meal Should Be Lunch, Not Dinner

Experts say your largest daily meal should be lunch, not dinner, because the body is more metabolically active earlier in the day and circadian rhythm favors daytime energy. Eating a bigger midday meal can improve energy, stabilize blood sugar, and may lower BMI and obesity risk, while reducing evening hunger. A balanced lunch should include protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich carbs to maintain energy, with practical examples like salmon with veggies and quinoa or lentil curry with rice.

via The Takeout|

#circadian-rhythm #health #lunch

science17 days ago•9 min saved

Serine Shortage Reprograms Hair Follicle Stem Cells for Faster Wound Healing

Rockefeller University researchers found that when serine levels drop, the integrated stress response activates and hair follicle stem cells reduce hair production to prioritize skin repair, speeding wound healing; boosting serine has limited effect due to the body's tight control over its circulation, though restoring serine in cells lacking it can partly rescue hair growth—pointing to diet or drug strategies to modulate serine/ISR for faster healing.

via SciTechDaily|

#biology #metabolism #science

health24 days ago•52 min saved

Winter weight chaos: science explains the season’s scale and how to shed it fast

Winter weight gain is partly biological—colder months often trigger more eating and less activity, and fats influence the body's seasonal signals. Saturated fat can make PER2 act as if it’s summer, promoting fat storage, while unsaturated fat may push the body toward winter fat burning. Add to that higher caloric intake in winter and reduced activity. Practical steps: get morning light to reset your body clock, eat regular meals with most calories earlier in the day, emphasize protein and fiber to curb hunger, consider vitamin D and targeted fibers like inulin or glucomannan, and stay active with daily walks or at‑home workouts for steady weight loss.

via Daily Mail|

#circadian-rhythm #fiber #health

health24 days ago•4 min saved

A Doctor’s Three Everyday Hacks to Boost Metabolism

Dr. Adam Perlman, a functional medicine doctor, has methodically tweaked his daily routine to support metabolic health. His three focus areas are: 1) a protein-forward, plant-rich diet with a wide variety of foods and fermented items, while avoiding ultra-processed foods; 2) optimized sleep (blackout shades, a noise machine, and a cooler bedroom) and clear boundaries around bedtime; and 3) morning mindfulness through a brief meditation routine. He also maintains regular strength training and Krav Maga, and he views meals as a balance of protein and vegetables to support fat loss and hormonal health, drawing on recent gut microbiome research to guide his choices.

via Business Insider|

#diet #health #metabolism

science27 days ago•4 min saved

Mice on Keto Diet Show Hidden Metabolic Trade-Offs

University of Utah researchers fed mice four diets for nine months; those on a keto-style high-fat, low-carb diet gained less weight than a Western high-fat diet but developed fatty liver and impaired liver function in males, with both sexes showing reduced blood glucose and insulin due to impaired pancreatic insulin production. The effects reversed after stopping the diet, but human relevance remains unproven, underscoring potential metabolic trade-offs of ketosis beyond epilepsy uses.

via ScienceAlert|

#fatty-liver #insulin-regulation #ketogenic-diet

science28 days ago•2 min saved

Chia Seeds May Boost Satiety Signals, Rat Study Finds

Brazilian researchers report in Nutrition that chia oil and chia flour modulate brain satiety signals in rats fed a high-fat, high-fructose diet: chia oil raised genes linked to fullness, both forms improved leptin response, and the products may help curb overeating and support metabolic health, though findings come from animal data and need human confirmation.

via LADbible|

#brain #chia-seeds #metabolism

health-and-medicine28 days ago•8 min saved

Long-term ketogenic diet linked to liver and sugar problems in mice

In a nine-month-plus mouse study, a ketogenic diet prevented weight gain but caused fatty liver, dyslipidemia, and impaired insulin secretion, leading to poor blood-sugar control after carbohydrate reintroduction; effects were more severe in male mice, though some metabolic damage appeared reversible after stopping keto.

via ScienceDaily|

#fatty-liver-disease #glucose-intolerance #health-and-medicine

science1 month ago•5 min saved

Bamboo Breakthrough: Could This Plant Boost Your Metabolism?

A systematic review led by Anglia Ruskin University suggests bamboo shoots may help metabolic regulation, glycemic control, and digestion due to high fiber and micronutrients, with some human trials showing lower blood sugar and cholesterol. Safety concerns center on raw bamboo containing goitrogenic compounds; proper prep like pre-boiling can neutralize toxins, but researchers caution that only a few high-quality human studies exist and more research is needed before firm dietary recommendations.

via Indian Defence Review|

#bamboo #dietary-fiber #glycemic-control

health1 month ago•3 min saved

B12: A Hidden Regulator Linking Metabolism, Aging, and Muscle Health

Cornell researchers show vitamin B12 acts as a gatekeeper for metabolic hub pathways, linking B12 status to muscle mitochondrial energy production and potentially aging, immune resilience, and disease risk. The study identifies biomarkers for early nutritional stress and suggests B12–based personalization of nutrition. Findings from cell and mouse models require human trials to confirm; suboptimal B12 status is common in older adults and in vegans/vegetarians due to reduced meat intake or malabsorption.

via Cornell Chronicle|

#aging #health #metabolism

health1 month ago•9 min saved

11 lifestyle levers to recalibrate your metabolism, according to endocrinologists

Endocrinologists say metabolism is driven by hormonal balance and daily choices. Key ideas include boosting metabolic rate by managing insulin through lower carbohydrate intake and protein-first meals, using resistance training to preserve muscle, staying active at work to avoid long sedentary periods, and prioritizing sleep and circadian alignment with natural light. They also suggest time-restricted eating with early dinners, stress management, and cautious use of home hormone tests or weight-loss injections. Be alert for signs of hormonal imbalance (fatigue, weight change, menstrual issues, thirst or urination) and seek medical guidance for a tailored plan.

via The Guardian|

#exercise #health #hormones

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Lower ultraprocessed foods improve metabolic health in older adults

A small real-world feeding study of adults 65+ found that reducing ultraprocessed foods to under 15% of calories—while keeping total calories and nutrients constant—led to weight loss, reduced abdominal fat, improved insulin sensitivity, healthier cholesterol levels, lower inflammation, and favorable changes in appetite/metabolism hormones; benefits were similar on a meat-based or vegetarian plan. The study was limited by its small size and wasn’t designed to prove disease prevention; longer, larger studies are needed.

via PBS|

#aging #health #inflammation

wellness1 month ago•12 min saved

Metabolism at 35: What Really Moves the Needle.

A 35-year-old journalist explores why metabolism slows with age, learning from experts that hormonal changes (like testosterone decline), stress, and sleep disrupt metabolic rate. The takeaway is practical: bias toward smarter, goal‑oriented routines—higher protein intake, resistance training to build muscle, adequate calories, and stress/sleep management—to maintain strength and leaness as you age.

via GQ|

#aging #exercise #hormones

health1 month ago•10 min saved

Reducing ultraprocessed foods may boost healthier aging, study finds

In a small real-world feeding study of adults 65+, reducing ultraprocessed foods to less than 15% of calories—across a meat-based and a vegetarian plan—led to weight loss and meaningful metabolic improvements, including better insulin sensitivity, healthier cholesterol, and lower inflammation, without calorie restriction. While results suggest that cutting ultraprocessed foods can aid healthy aging, the study was small and not designed to prove long-term disease prevention; the findings align with the latest Dietary Guidelines recommending less ultraprocessed food.

via The Conversation|

#aging #diet #health

health1 month ago•5 min saved

Daily Habit Boosts Blood Sugar Control in Older Adults

A small study suggests that exposure to natural light through windows may help improve blood sugar control in older adults with type 2 diabetes, possibly due to vitamin D or light-sensitive cells affecting metabolism, but it should complement, not replace, existing management strategies.

via AOL.com|

#blood-sugar #diabetes #health

health-and-fitness1 month ago•7 min saved

Set Point Theory: The Key to Sustainable Weight Loss

Understanding and modifying your set point weight—your body's biologically defended weight range—can be key to sustainable weight loss and long-term health. Achieving this involves consistent lifestyle changes such as resistance training, adequate protein intake, quality sleep, stress management, and slow, steady weight loss, rather than quick fixes or crash diets. While weight loss drugs may influence the set point, lasting change requires comprehensive lifestyle adjustments to prevent rebound weight gain and promote longevity.

via The Manual|

#health-and-fitness #hormonal-balance #longevity