The Neuroscience of Dessert: Why We Crave Sweets Even When Full The dessert menu's allure after a satisfying dinner is a familiar experience. Even when full, cheesecake can seem irresistible. This craving for sweets, even when satiated, has a scientific explanation. A recent report in Science explores the neurological basis for this urge. Researchers replicated the human…
April 17, 2025
The Hidden Health Consequences of Daylight Saving Time Each March, as clocks jump forward, millions face an abrupt shift in their daily rhythms. Recent surveys reveal growing resistance to daylight saving time (DST), with 55% of American adults opposing the practice, per a 2023 Gallup poll. Sleep expert Jennifer Martin, former president of the American…
April 16, 2025
The Manufactured Nostalgia of American Food American food traditions often evoke feelings of nostalgia, conjuring images of cherished family recipes passed down through generations. However, many iconic American dishes and culinary customs are not as historically rooted as they seem. Marketing campaigns have significantly shaped the American palate, transforming everyday eating habits into seemingly timeless…
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