Why We Eat Based on Our Emotions
Scientists recently conducted a study to see how emotions affect the way children eat. Using key scenes from “The Lion King” and a couple of snack options, the researchers observed how kids’ feelings influenced their food choices. Listen to find out what the study discovered about children’s emotional eating.
Read MoreDrinking Chocolate Milk After Workouts
What you eat after working out can make a difference in how your body recovers. Consuming the right types of snacks after exercising can help to replenish your energy, build muscle mass, and burn fat. Listen to this interview with a dietician to learn more about what to eat after exercise and why. Spoiler alert: chocolate milk is a good choice!
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Vaping has been linked to illness and even some deaths, and critics are arguing that ads targeting young people contribute to this growing public health problem. Vaping advertisers are looking to successful cigarette ads of the past to help them attract new users. They emphasize flavored varieties that appeal to young people and promote vaping as a healthy alternative to smoking. Listen to hear how vaping companies are working with advertisers to skirt regulations and craft ads that attract teens to the risky practice of vaping.
Read MoreDebate: Should Sugary Drinks Be Taxed?
Excessive sugar consumption can cause health issues like obesity, heart disease, and depression. Several U.S. cities have attempted to reduce the amount of sugar in people’s diet by taxing sugary drinks, but the move has been controversial. Supporters of the tax say it will improve overall health by curbing consumption of sugary drinks. Critics feel that the tax unfairly targets the beverage industry, and they point to other ways people can limit their sugar intake. Listen to learn what a scientific study shows about the correlation between taxes on sugary drinks and consumption and then debate: Should sugary drinks be taxed?
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Caffeine, classified as a drug that stimulates activity in the brain and nervous system, is found in beverages like tea, coffee, soft drinks and energy drinks. Some energy drinks marketed to teens contain more caffeine than consumers might realize. This has prompted consumer advocates to call for stricter regulations on caffeinated beverages in order to protect young people from adverse side effects. Drink companies, though, have argued that labeling drinks as caffeinated and not intended for children should be enough. Listen to hear comparisons of the amount of caffeine in popular drinks and then debate: Should caffeinated drinks be regulated?
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07/11/2023
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