Munchies: Does cannabis really increase desire for junk food?

A recent study charts the effect of recreational marijuana laws on the purchase of junk food. Their findings provide new evidence for the ‘munchies.’

Consuming Fast Food Increases Risk Of Diabetes And Heart Disease In Singapore

The dangers of fast food are well documented; the portions are often larger and the food is generally high in calories and low in nutrients. Now, University of Minnesota School of Public Health researchers have examined the eating habits of residents in Singapore and found new evidence that a diet heavy in fast food increases the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and coronary heart disease…

‘Pascalization’ Boosts Healthful Antioxidant Levels In Fruit

Scientists are reporting new evidence that a century-old food preservation technology, finding a new life amid 21st century concerns about food safety and nutrition, more than doubles the levels of certain healthful natural antioxidants in fruit…

Modified Fat Diet Key To Lowering Heart Disease Risk

The debate between good fat versus bad fat continues, as a new evidence review finds that a modified fat diet and not a low fat diet might be the real key to reducing one’s risk of heart disease…