Things Worth Noting
A new study shows nearly 70% of U.S. adults could be obese under a redefined framework that uses waist size, body fat, and BMI, compared to 43% with BMI alone. Traditional BMI misses hidden obesity risks, like belly fat, which increases chances of diabetes, heart disease, and death, even in normal-weight people. The new approach […]
Big Pharma and Big Food fuel a health crisis through ultra-processed foods (UPF) like sodas and snacks, packed with sugar, fat, and additives. These hyper-palatable products, classified as Nova group 4, drive obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and liver issues, exploiting addictive properties. Big Food uses tobacco-like tactics—lobbying, kid-targeted marketing, and distorted science—while Farm Bill subsidies […]
Fast food and ultra-processed foods (UPFs) disrupt hunger hormones like ghrelin and leptin, making you feel hungrier and less satisfied, leading to overeating and weight gain. These hyperpalatable foods, high in additives and energy density, reduce satiety hormones PYY and GLP-1, while causing leptin resistance and elevated ghrelin. This hormonal imbalance, combined with a soft […]
Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) like PCBs, DDT, and PFAS accumulate in the fat of overweight and obese individuals, increasing risks of hormone disruption, immune issues, and chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and fatty liver disease. These lipophilic toxins, found in contaminated foods like farmed salmon and industrial byproducts, build up in adipose tissue, […]
Wegovy (semaglutide), a GLP-1 agonist, aids weight loss and treats obesity, cardiovascular risk, and MASH. Common side effects include nausea (44%), vomiting (24%), diarrhea (30%), constipation (24%), abdominal pain (20%), headache (14%), fatigue (11%), dizziness, and injection site reactions. Hypoglycemia is a risk in diabetic patients. Serious side effects include thyroid tumors, severe gastroparesis, pancreatitis, […]
Drinking one diet soda daily, often seen as a healthier choice over sugary drinks, can harm your health. Artificial sweeteners like aspartame may disrupt insulin and blood sugar, raising risks for obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Phosphoric and citric acids erode tooth enamel, increasing cavities, and may reduce bone density, especially in women. […]
McDonald’s fries, made from Russet Burbank potatoes, are a fast food icon, but their “dark truth” involves controversial ingredients and health risks. Grown with pesticides like Monitor, potatoes are blanched with sodium acid pyrophosphate and pre-fried in vegetable oils (canola, corn, soybean) containing omega-6 fatty acids, linked to inflammation. Additives like TBHQ, dimethylpolysiloxane, and natural […]
Hot dogs, a popular processed meat, can impact lifespan due to their high sodium, saturated fats, and preservatives like sodium nitrates, which are linked to heart disease, cancer, and obesity. Studies show daily consumption increases heart disease risk by 42% and colorectal cancer by 18%. Grilling produces carcinogens like HCAs, worsening health risks. High sodium […]
Ghrelin and leptin regulate hunger and fullness, but many factors disrupt their balance, impacting appetite and weight. Poor diets high in processed foods, sugar, and trans fats spike ghrelin and cause leptin resistance, driving overeating. Low protein or fiber intake fails to curb hunger, while irregular meals destabilize hormones. Sleep deprivation boosts ghrelin and lowers […]
BMI is a simple measurement that provides a rough estimate of a person’s body fat based on their height and weight, but it has limitations and may not always accurately predict an individual’s health. ✏️ Long answer: BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a commonly used tool to assess an individual’s body fat based on […]