Children eating diet foods in lieu of the full-calorie versions may lead to overeating and obesity when they grow up, according to a report from the University of Alberta, Canada.
In the study, young rats were fed either a regular diet or low-calorie substitutes. The low-calorie versions led the rats to overeat, whether they were lean or genetically predisposed to obesity. Adult rats, however, did not show the same tendency to overeat.
The researchers believe that diet foods with low calorie content disrupt the body’s ability to use taste to regulate caloric intake. This would explain why older animals did not overeat, as they, unlike the younger rats, were able to rely on taste-related cues to assess the energy value of their food correctly.
Lead researcher Professor David Pierce stated, “Based on what we’ve learned, it is better for children to eat healthy, well-balanced diets with sufficient calories for their daily activities rather than low-calorie snacks or meals.”
University of Alberta August 8, 2007
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Spicy Savory Soup Secret
Today I‘ll show you how to make a raw, red-hot-spicy tomato soup which promises to be a very, very tasty dish, that will be enjoyed by all.
INGREDIENTS:
4 large, organic tomatoes, rough chopped
1 large red sweet bell pepper, chopped
2 Tablespoons fresh garlic, chopped
¼ onion, chopped
¼ to ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, depending on taste
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 to 3 Tablespoons olive oil (see note below)
PREPARATION:
Pour tomatoes, red bell peppers, garlic and onion into large mixing bowl (or food processor or large blender).
Add cayenne pepper and cinnamon. Adjust seasoning according to taste.
Add as much olive oil as you like (see note below).
Blend with immersion blender, in food processor, or blender until smooth.
Serve chilled.
Note: This recipe is best suited for mixed types. But if you‘re a carb type, you can just reduce the amount of olive oil accordingly.
I hope you enjoy this very simple, raw, chilled soup.
Just in Thyme Chicken Salad
Today, I‘ll show you a fantastic recipe that‘s great for both protein and mixed types, and is a fine way to use up leftover chicken.
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups dark-meat chicken, cooked & chopped1/2 cup raw cashews2 stalks organic celery, choppedSmall handful organic fresh Italian parsley, chopped (may also use curly parsley)2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped1/3 cup red onion, chopped1/2 cup to 1 cup fresh, raw cream1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard Splash of organic olive oilJuice of ½ lemon
PREPARATION:
Place chicken, cashews, celery, parsley, thyme and onion in medium-sized bowl.
Add lemon juice, raw cream and mustard (the secret ingredient).
Add splash of organic olive oil.
Mix well.
Note: Protein types omit lemon juice, as it‘s not an ideal food for you. It‘s fine for mixed types.
This is a scrumptious dish you can keep in the fridge. It can be made in larger batches for entertaining. I‘m sure your family will love it!
Work on a Rotating Shift? Then You Probably Have Lower Levels of Serotonin
People who work rotating shifts during the night and early morning have significantly lower levels of the hormone and neurotransmitter serotonin, according to a study of 683 men.Serotonin plays an important role in the regulation of sleep, and low levels have been linked to:Sleep problems Anger Depression AnxietyIn the study, men who worked hours when the body typically expects to be sleeping (shifts starting at 6 p.m.) had notably lower levels of serotonin than those working shifts during the day (starting at 6 a.m.).Anywhere from 2 percent to 5 percent of the U.S. population is thought to have sleep problems related to shift work. Shift work sleep disorder is a circadian rhythm sleep disorder that is caused by a work schedule that takes place during the normal sleep period, thereby confusing your body’s internal clock.The disorder can result in trouble sleeping, severe fatigue, poor sleep quality, and not feeling refreshed upon waking. The ensuing fatigue can affect work performance and alertness, and may also increase your risk of getting injured at work.Rotating shift workers typically sleep one to four hours less than average, and often feel fatigued when they’re awake.Sleep August 1, 2007 Science Daily August 1, 2007
Alarm Over Gender-Bender Chemical in Household Cleaning Products
Public health advocates, environmentalists and laundry workers have petitioned the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ban “gender-bender” chemical additives found in some household detergents and other cleaning agents. They‘re also calling for studies on the human risks related to nonylphenol ethoxylates (NPEs), which are known to be potent endocrine disrupters. These chemicals are already thought to be the cause of male fish transforming into females in waterways around the world. Some believe these transformed fish may be the proverbial canaries in the coal mine, pointing toward a much larger human problem. About 250,000 fewer boys have been born in the last 30 years in the United States and Japan, and scientists are linking the phenomenon to a body accumulation of these types of gender-bending toxins. As endocrine disrupters, NPEs affect gene expression by turning on or off certain genes, and interfere with the way your glandular system works. They mimic the female hormone estrogen, which is the reason behind some marine species switching from male to female. Approximately 400 million pounds of NPEs are manufactured in the United States each year.Organic Consumers Association June 6, 2007 DarkTruth.com Natural Health—A Much Better Way July 21, 2007