Artificial sweeteners may disrupt metabolism, new review suggests
New scientific evidence suggests a link between calorie-free artificial sweeteners and impaired blood sugar regulation.
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Breastfeeding improves sleep and is linked to a lower risk of ADHD in children, two studies find
A Japanese study found that babies fed breast milk during their first six months of life had better sleep quality, while a Norwegian study found an association between breastfeeding and a lower risk of ADHD symptoms in childhood.
How a “super” El Niño could send food prices soaring through 2028
According to analysts, the emergence of a “super” El Niño could trigger a global food price shock, adding to inflationary pressures already fuelled by the conflict with Iran.
Ecuador: how shrimp farming is destroying mangrove ecosystems
Ecuador’s shrimp exports continue to grow, but the country’s mangrove ecosystems are paying the highest price.
Coffee supports liver health and improves mood with its effects on gut microbiota
Coffee supports liver health and improves mood through its effects on the gut microbiota.
Imported food in the European Union: Slow Food calls for mirror measures. The case study of corn and wheat
By calling for the introduction of mirror measures, Slow Food highlights the need for imported foods such as corn and wheat to comply with the same standards required of products grown within the European Union.
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Cooking at home could reduce the risk of dementia in older adults
An observational study involving more than 10,000 older adults linked preparing meals at home with a lower risk of dementia, especially among those with limited cooking skills.
Cancelled flights and refunds: the European Commission’s guidelines in times of soaring fuel prices
The European Commission has clarified that passengers are entitled to refunds for cancelled flights even in the face of high fuel prices. Airlines are also prohibited from adding retroactive charges to tickets already purchased.
Searches for electric cars are surging due to the Iran war and high fuel prices
On major online marketplaces, inquiries about electric cars have increased due to rising gasoline and diesel prices caused by the war in Iran. The question is whether this interest will last.
Plant-based burgers: why it’s better to read the label
A test by Altroconsumo found that plant-based burgers often contain high levels of additives and salt, making them ultra-processed foods.
How to restore lost nutrients in vegetables: shifting from intensive farming to soil health
A study conducted in India found that replacing chemical fertilisers with organic ones allows vegetables to regain the nutrients lost over decades of intensive agriculture.