Month: July 2022

Feeding schedule affects gut microbes and metabolic health in mice!

Imagine your gut microbiome as a band, jamming to the beat of your eating habits. Researchers discovered that the timing and quantity of food directly impacts the composition of microbes in the small intestines of mice. Just like in music, getting the rhythm right is crucial! When mice were fed too much food too frequently, […]

Published on July 5, 2022

Avocado a Day: No Effect on Belly Fat, But Lower Cholesterol Levels!

In a recent study, researchers investigated the impact of eating one avocado daily for six months on people with overweight or obesity. Surprisingly, the study found that the daily avocado consumption did not result in any reduction in belly fat, liver fat, or waist circumference. However, it did contribute to a slight decrease in unhealthy […]

Published on July 5, 2022

Brain’s response to storytelling evolves with age

Just like our taste in movies changes as we grow older, so does our brain’s reaction to stories! Scientists have discovered that the way our brain responds to emotional and social cues in movies shifts as we transition from infancy to adulthood. It’s like going from watching animated cartoons to gripping dramas – our brains […]

Published on July 5, 2022