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Biscuits, Cakes Up ‘Womb Cancer’ Risk
The Daily Mail, Aug 23, 2011
Women beware. Eating biscuits, buns or cakes three times a week could give you womb cancer, says a new study.
The 10-year study from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden looked at the eating habits of more than 60,000 women and found that those who gave themselves such a treat regularly were 33 per cent more likely to suffer the disease.
And for those who indulge more than three times a week, the risk jumps to 42 per cent.
The Swedish scientists wanted to see if there was a direct link between the amount of sweet foods eaten and the onset of cancer.
They studied data from thousands of women who, between 1987 and 1990, had answered dozens of questions on diet, lifestyle, weight and general health.
Ten years later, those still alive answered an even more extensive battery of questions on their eating habits.
In 2008, the researchers matched up the women’s answers with their medical records, specifically looking for diagnoses of endometrial cancer – the most common form of womb cancer. They found 729 cases out of the 61,226 women studied.
The 10-year study from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden looked at the eating habits of more than 60,000 women and found that those who gave themselves such a treat regularly were 33 per cent more likely to suffer the disease.
And for those who indulge more than three times a week, the risk jumps to 42 per cent.
The Swedish scientists wanted to see if there was a direct link between the amount of sweet foods eaten and the onset of cancer.
They studied data from thousands of women who, between 1987 and 1990, had answered dozens of questions on diet, lifestyle, weight and general health.
Ten years later, those still alive answered an even more extensive battery of questions on their eating habits.
In 2008, the researchers matched up the women’s answers with their medical records, specifically looking for diagnoses of endometrial cancer – the most common form of womb cancer. They found 729 cases out of the 61,226 women studied.
Every man should produce his own food. That is Vedic culture. So this example is given: idam sariram ksetram. That means to own a certain piece of land is the basic civilization. Everyone must have a portion of land to produce his food. There will be no economic problem.
~ Srila Prabhupada
Why One Cookie Is Never Enough
Ever wondered why munching one cookie is not enough to satisfy your taste buds? Well, researchers have found the answer for you: the culprit is glucose-fructose syrup.
Research shows processed snack foods often contain glucosefructose syrup, an ingredient that makes your brain think you need to eat more.
Glucose-fructose syrup is a type of sugar based on one found in fruit that is used to add bulk and moisture to foods. It’s a common ingredient in processed snack foods, cereals, yogurt and fizzy drinks.
Dr Carel Le Roux, a consultant in metabolic medicine at Imperial College London, told the Daily Mail that fructose can scramble messages to the brain about being full.
“When we eat sugar, our body releases insulin which tells the brain that we have had enough to eat.”
“High insulin levels are one of the factors that dampen the appetite,” she said.
The expert added: “But fructose doesn’t trigger as much of an insulin response as regular sugar, so the brain won’t get the message that you are full.”
Research shows processed snack foods often contain glucosefructose syrup, an ingredient that makes your brain think you need to eat more.
Glucose-fructose syrup is a type of sugar based on one found in fruit that is used to add bulk and moisture to foods. It’s a common ingredient in processed snack foods, cereals, yogurt and fizzy drinks.
Dr Carel Le Roux, a consultant in metabolic medicine at Imperial College London, told the Daily Mail that fructose can scramble messages to the brain about being full.
“When we eat sugar, our body releases insulin which tells the brain that we have had enough to eat.”
“High insulin levels are one of the factors that dampen the appetite,” she said.
The expert added: “But fructose doesn’t trigger as much of an insulin response as regular sugar, so the brain won’t get the message that you are full.”
We thought this was a good and very telling post from the LiveWell Wellness Centers. This is their 2-year old "fast food" display. The word "food" is most definitely questionable, seeing as what the fast food industry refers to as "food", has not molded or spoiled in any way. Insects don't even want it. Definitely think twice about giving this to your children. We truly are what we eat, so what does that say about today's society? ~ Briana Rognlin