The documentary film “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” follows author and National Geographic explorer Dan Buettner as he travels to five regions of the world where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives. These “blue zones” are located in Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Nicoya, Costa Rica; […]
Astrocytes are a type of cell in the brain. They do many things, including helping to control the levels of different substances in the brain. This is important for keeping the brain working properly.
Now, when we eat a lot of fatty foods, these fats can affect the brain. If there’s too much fat, it can […]
Proud to see my friend Hanneke Faber named as future Chair of the WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development Agriculture & Food Pathway Board. They’re lucky to get her.
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The article discusses a study that found that soybean oil, the most widely consumed cooking oil in the United States, could potentially impact neurological conditions like autism, Alzheimer’s disease, anxiety, and depression. The study found that soybean oil can cause genetic changes in the brain, including a decrease in oxytocin levels. Oxytocin is a […]
Research from the past 10 or so years has shown that the more ultraprocessed foods a person eats, the higher the chances that they feel depressed and anxious. A few studies have suggested a link between eating UPFs and increased risk of cognitive decline….more
Recent research indicates that caloric restriction may slow human aging:
This Newsweek article discusses the significant health risks associated with the high consumption of ultra-processed foods in the United States:
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Fantastic movie to motivate anyone to a veg diet. Only disappointment: lack of even mention of legendary (and personal hero) David Scott, 6-time Ironman World Champion…on plant based diet.