Health

Study shows cardamom increases appetite, burns fat

A new study by Texas A&M AgriLife revealed a range of health and dietary benefits of consuming cardamom, including increased appetite, fat loss and inflammation reduction, making the spice a "superfood."

Immunology

Investigating why we lose fat and muscle during infection

Although infections can present with many different symptoms, one common symptom is the loss of fat and muscle, a process called wasting. Salk scientists wanted to know whether wasting was beneficial in fighting infections.

Diabetes

Breastfeeding may help mothers avoid type 2 diabetes

Breastfeeding can improve the number of insulin-producing cells in the pancreas and increase insulin sensitivity in mothers, helping to protect them against type 2 diabetes in later years, suggests a mice study presented ...

Overweight & Obesity

Ear acupuncture with beads may help with shedding pounds

Ear acupuncture using metal beads can help reduce weight, body mass index (BMI), and body fat in combination with a restricted diet, according to new research being presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO) ...

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