21 Nov, 2024
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This High-Protein Snack Will Keep You Full Longer (And Satisfy Your Crunchy Cravings) – Health Digest

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are part of the legume family and are native to the Mediterranean region. In a Middle Eastern or Indian restaurant, chickpeas star in a lot of dishes like hummus, falafels, and curries. These typically tan pea-shaped legumes may look small but they pack a punch when it comes to protein. “A half cup […]

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The Unusual Health Habit Jennifer Lopez Swears By To Keep Food Cravings At Bay – Health Digest

Through applied pressure, grapefruit oil is obtained from the glands of the citrusy fruit’s peel, explains Healthline. Fifteen minutes of aromatherapy seems to be the sweet spot. In a 2005 animal study published in Neuroscience Letters, researchers exposed rats to the aroma of grapefruit oil for a period of 15 minutes three times weekly. The […]

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Our Nutritionist Explains How To Curb Your Persistent Sugar Cravings – Health Digest

Your sugar craving could stem from your need for energy, says the Cleveland Clinic. Your body learns that the taste of something sweet also gives plenty of fuel when you need it. When you’re hungry, you reach for this fast fuel rather than wait for something more healthy. “Mentally, people could feel like it provides […]

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The Scientific Reason Movie Theater Food Cravings Are Hard To Control – Health Digest

According to a 2013 four-part study conducted by the Association for Consumer Research, we are more likely to reach for unhealthy food when seated in a dimly lit environment. When given the choice between a fruit cup or a cheesecake slice, participants seated around a table reached more often for the cheesecake when surrounded by […]

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Why You May Experience Unique Food Cravings When Daylight Savings Time Ends – Health Digest

Your sleep cycle is built on the circadian rhythm, which responds to light and dark (via the National Institute of General Medical Sciences). When you disrupt the rhythm, it has immediate effects on your appetite. Research in the Journal of Sleep Research (JSR) showed any disturbance in your sleep can increase your ghrelin levels and […]