Fat Cell Recall: Why Losing Weight Isn’t the End of the Story

Why do people regain weight more quickly than expected after successfully losing it? Research shows that once someone has been overweight or obese, the genes in their fat cells undergo changes, creating a "memory" of the overweight state. This makes it easier for the body to return to that state. Listen in this week as Dee discusses this fascinating research, and what it means for long term weight loss maintenance.</p>Reference:</p>Hinte, L. C., Castellano-Castillo, D., Ghosh, A., Melrose, K., Gasser, E., Noé, F., Massier, L., Dong, H., Sun, W., Hoffmann, A., Wolfrum, C., Rydén, M., Mejhert, N., Blüher, M., & Von Meyenn, F. (2024). Adipose tissue retains an epigenetic memory of obesity after weight loss. Nature, (2024). <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-024-08165-7">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-024-08165-7</a></p>

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Cutting Out Sugar Can Positively Change Your Health Within Days or Weeks--Not Months or Years

Reducing sugar intake not only protects you from the negative effects of overconsumption but also offers surprising benefits that you can experience quickly. Listen in this week as Dee discusses which conditions can be improved by reducing sugar—and what you can do to start limiting your sugar intake today.</p>Reference:</p>Austin, D. (2024, November 18). Giving up sugar can change your body for the better—within days. National Geographic. <a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/health-benefits-of-reducing-sugar">https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/health-benefits-of-reducing-sugar</a></p>

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Why the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Likely Won't Take a Stance Against Ultra-Processed Foods

A promising change for the USDA's 2025 Dietary Guidelines to suggest limiting or avoiding ultra-processed foods has been dashed. A scientific advisory committee has declared there is not enough evidence to recommend avoiding them. Listen in this week as Dee discusses how they came to their conclusion, and why she and many experts disagree with it.</p>Reference: </p>Callahan, A. (2024, November 14). Why the next dietary guidelines might not tackle ultraprocessed foods. The New York Times. <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/06/well/eat/ultraprocessed-foods-dietary-guidelines.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/06/well/eat/ultraprocessed-foods-dietary-guidelines.html</a></p>

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The Science Behind Your Morning Cup: Health Benefits of Coffee

While its caffeine content is known for improving cognitive function, the true heroes of coffee are its antioxidants and polyphenols. These compounds may help to ward off or reverse many chronic conditions, proving coffee to be more than just an energizing beverage.Listen in this week as Dee discusses how your morning brew might be contributing to your health in surprising ways!</p>Reference: </p>Kolb, H., Kempf, K., & Martin, S. (2020). Health effects of coffee: Mechanism unraveled?. Nutrients, 12(6), 1842. <a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7353358/">https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7353358/</a></p>

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Hops & Health: The Surprising Benefits of Beer’s Key Ingredient

Does beer have a secret superpower? Research shows that moderate, mindful beer enjoyment might be a little healthier than you think. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the research showing the health benefits of the bitter acids and polyphenols found in the compounds that also give beer its flavor and aroma. </p><br /></p>Reference: </p>Carbone, K., & Gervasi, F. (2022). An updated review of the genus Humulus: A valuable source of bioactive compounds for health and disease prevention. Plants, 11(24), 3434. <a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9782902/">https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9782902/</a></p>

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Air Fryers: Healthy Hack or Just Hype?

Air fryers have become a popular kitchen tool, and they're generally considered a safer way to create a crispy texture to foods than deep frying, but they do still pose some health risks. Listen in this week as Dee offers valuable insights on the pros and cons of preparing food in an air fryer.</p>Reference: </p>De Oliveira, V. S., Viana, D. S. B., Keller, L. M., De Melo, M. T. T., Mulandeza, O. F., Barbosa, M. I. M. J., Júnior, J. L. B., & Saldanha, T. (2024). Impact of air frying on food lipids: Oxidative evidence, current research, and insights into domestic mitigation by natural antioxidants. Trends in Food Science & Technology, 147, 104465. <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0924224424001419">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0924224424001419</a></p>

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Green and White: How Pepitas and Pumpkin Seeds Boost the Immune System

'Tis the season for pumping up immune health with pumpkin seeds! Listen in this week as Dee explains the differences between green pumpkin seeds (also known as pepitas) and white pumpkins seeds, and howi Incorporating pumpkin seeds into your diet can give your immune system a natural boost and help your body stay resilient.</p>Reference: </p>Hussain, A., Kausar, T., Sehar, S., Sarwar, A., Quddoos, M. Y., Aslam, J., Liaqat, A., Siddique, T., An, Q. U., Kauser, S., Rehman, A., & Nisar, R. (2023). A review on biochemical constituents of pumpkin and their role as pharma foods; A key strategy to improve health in post COVID 19 period. Food Production, Processing and Nutrition, 5(1), 22. <a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10030350/">https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10030350/</a></p>

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Grounded in Wellness: The Science Behind Earthing

Grounding, also known as earthing, is a simple concept that involves connecting the human body with the energy naturally present in the earth. Listen in this week as Dee dives into the science behind its potential health benefits. Learn what earthing is, how it works, and why it may help reduce inflammation, improve sleep, and support overall well-being.</p>References:</p>Oschman, J. L., Chevalier, G., & Brown, R. (2015). The effects of grounding (earthing) on inflammation, the immune response, wound healing, and prevention and treatment of chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. Journal of Inflammation Research, 8, 83–96. <a href="https://doi.org/10.2147/JIR.S69656">https://doi.org/10.2147/JIR.S69656</a></p>Sinatra, S. T., Sinatra, D. S., Sinatra, S. W., & Chevalier, G. (2023). Grounding - The universal anti-inflammatory remedy. Biomedical Journal, 46(1), 11–16. <a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bj.2022.12.002">https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bj.2022.12.002</a></p>

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The Arthritis-Nightshade Connection: Myth or Reality?

There is scant scientific evidence that compounds found in nightshade vegetables—such as tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, and eggplants—aggravate the pain and inflammation of arthritis. However, some people with arthritis feel that eating nightshades make their condition worse...and decades of research by a horticulture professor at Rutgers University may explain why. Listen in this week as Dee dives into the science behind the connection and examines whether nightshades truly contribute to inflammation and joint pain. </p>References:</p>Childers N.F., & Margoles M.S. (1993). An apparent relation of nightshades</p>(Solanaceae) to arthritis. Journal of Neurological and Orthopedic Medical</p>Surgery, 12, 227-231.</p>Krasowski, M. D., McGehee, D. S., & Moss, J. (1997). Natural inhibitors of cholinesterases: Implications for adverse drug reactions. Canadian Journal of Anaesthesia, 44(5 Pt 1), 525–534. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2877586/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2877586/</a></p><br /></p>

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The Health Secrets of Camel Milk

Unlike cow milk, camel milk has low levels of lactose, fat, and cholesterol, and is naturally non allergenic. Once only available in the middle east and Africa, farmers in the U.S. are now supplying this nutritious mil to Americans. Listen in this week as Dee explores its unique nutritional profile, including essential vitamins, minerals, and its potential to boost immunity and improve digestion. </p>References:</p>Ombarak, R. A., Hussein, E. O. S., Suliman, G., Alhimaidi, A. R., Ammari, A. A., Ba-Awadh, H., Taha, A. E., El-Tarabily, K. A., & Abd El-Hack, M. E. (2021). Nutritional, antimicrobial and medicinal properties of camel’s milk: A review. Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 28(5), 3126–3136. <a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sjbs.2021.02.057">https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sjbs.2021.02.057</a></p>

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