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New research suggests scrolling through food content may satisfy cravings more than expected By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs May 13, 2026 Researchers found that people dieting spent more time viewing indulgent food content online than non-dieters. In one experiment, dieters who watched dessert videos later ate less chocolate when given the chance. Scientists say the effect may be linked to cross-modal satiation, where visual exposure helps reduce the urge to eat. Scrolling through videos of gooey brownies, cheesy pizza, and oversized burgers is often blamed for making unhealthy cravings worse. But a new study from researchers at the University of Bristol suggests the opposite may sometimes be true especially for people actively trying to diet. The study found that dieters may use digital food content almost like a substitute for actually eating the food itself. Instead of triggering overeating, viewing indulgent foods online appeared to help some participants manage cravings and exercise more restraint later on. It may sound counterintuitive, but our findings show that people, particularly those trying to control their diet, can use visual food content as a self-regulation tool, researcher Dr. Esther Kang said in a news release. Engaging with food imagery may help satisfy cravings without actual consumption. In todays digital environment, where food content is highly accessible, this type of visual engagement may offer a simple and non-invasive way to support dietary goals. The study The research, published in the journal Computers in Human Behavior, involved three separate experiments with a total of 840 participants between the ages of 19 and 77. The work was conducted by researchers from the University of Bristol and the University at Buffalo School of Management. In one experiment, participants watched short social media-style videos featuring both high-calorie and low-calorie chocolate desserts. Afterward, participants were presented with a bowl of real chocolates. Another experiment compared reactions to unhealthy foods like pizza, burgers, and fries against healthier foods such as salads, yogurt, and smoothies. The results Researchers found that people who identified as dieters spent about 30% more time viewing the indulgent desserts compared to non-dieters. Then, despite showing greater interest in the dessert videos, the dieting group ended up eating less chocolate than the non-dieters. In the second trial, dieters gravitated more toward the unhealthy food imagery, spending roughly 50% longer engaging with it than non-dieters. We refer to this process… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago - Move faster, live healthier? Study says exercise intensity may matter more than ...Even short bursts of vigorous movement could help lower the risk of major diseases and early death By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs May 13, 2026 A new study found that people who included more vigorous activity in their routines had lower risks of several major diseases. Researchers tracked more than 96,000 adults using wrist accelerometers to measure both activity volume and intensity. Even just a few minutes of activity that leaves you slightly out of breath was linked to meaningful health benefits. When it comes to exercise, most people focus on one thing: how long theyre active. But new research suggests another factor may be just as important how hard youre working while you move. A study published in the European Society of Cardiologys journal, the European Heart Journal, found that people who regularly included vigorous activity in their daily lives had lower risks of developing several major diseases and a lower overall risk of death. Researchers say vigorous activity doesnt necessarily mean training for a marathon or spending hours at the gym. In the study, it referred to movement intense enough to leave someone slightly out of breath. That could include things like climbing stairs quickly, brisk walking, or running to catch a bus. The findings also suggest that intensity may matter differently depending on the condition. For inflammatory diseases like arthritis and psoriasis, the intensity of exercise appeared especially important. For conditions such as diabetes and liver disease, both the amount of movement and the intensity seemed to play a role. Vigorous physical activity appears to trigger specific responses in the body that lower-intensity activity cannot fully replicate, researcher Minxue Shen said in a news release. During vigorous physical activity the kind that makes you feel out of breath your body responds in powerful ways. Your heart pumps more efficiently, your blood vessels become more flexible, and your body improves its ability to use oxygen. Vigorous activity also appears to reduce inflammation. This may help explain why we saw strong associations with inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis and arthritis. It may also stimulate chemicals in the brain that help keep brain cells healthy, which could help explain the lower risk of dementia. How the study worked The research team analyzed data from 96,408 adults participating in the U.K. Biobank study. Rather than asking participants to estimate how much they… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago
- Study finds drinking 2–3 cups of coffee a day may help lower dementia riskYour daily coffee habit may be doing more than waking you up By Kyle James of ConsumerAffairs May 13, 2026 A new long-term study found that drinking two to threecups of caffeinated coffee daily was linked to a lower risk of dementia. Researchers say caffeine and antioxidants in coffee may help protect brain health as people age. Experts say moderate coffee intake may help brain health, but not to neglect the most important factors which include exercise, sleep, and a healthy diet. Coffee lovers just got another reason to pour themselves a second cup every morning. A new study from researchers affiliated with Harvard University, Mass General Brigham, and the Broad Institute found that drinking two to three cups of caffeinated coffee per day was linked to a lower risk of dementia and slower cognitive decline. The study, published in JAMA, followed more than 130,000 people for up to 43 years, making it one of the larger long-term studies to examine the connection between caffeine and brain health. Researchers found that participants with the highest intake of caffeinated coffee had an 18% lower risk of developing dementia compared to people who drank little or no caffeinated coffee. Tea drinkers also saw similar cognitive benefits. Interestingly, decaf coffee doesnt do anything to help with your brain health. Its the caffeine itself that may actually play an important role. The 'sweet spot'appears to be moderate coffee intake The strongest benefits appeared among people who drank: Two to three cups of caffeinated coffee daily Or one to two cups of tea daily Researchers emphasized that more is not necessarily better, but they also did not find evidence that heavy caffeine intake harmed cognitive health in the study. Thats important because many people still worry that coffee may negatively impact long-term health. Why researchers think coffee may help Coffee and tea contain compounds called polyphenols, along with caffeine. Researchers believe that both of these may help: Reduce inflammation Lower cellular damage Protect brain function as people age Scientists say these compounds may help slow some of the biological processes associated with cognitive decline and dementia. Still, researchers cautioned that coffee is not a magic bullet. The studys lead authors stressed that the protective effect was relatively modest and should be viewed as one piece of a much larger brain-health puzzle. What… [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago
- South Dakota Drilling Project Canceled After Backlash From Tribes
A South Dakota mining company has canceled a drilling project in the Black Hills after opposition from Native American tribes and local groups. In a letter provided Friday by Indigenous advocacy group NDN Collective, Rapid City-based Pete Lien & Sons … [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago - Former Walgreens Manager Sentenced for Role in 7 Inside-Job RobberiesA District of Columbia woman was sentenced last week to 32 months in prison for her role in a series of seven inside-job robberies of the Chinatown drug store where she was employed as a store manager, reported U.S. Attorney … [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago
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