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Intermittent fasting: Does a new study show downsides — or not?

Intermittent fasting (IF) is an approach to eating based on timing. The idea is that fasting for long enough allows insulin levels to fall low enough that our body will use fat for fuel. Growing evidence in animals and humans shows that this approach leads to significant weight loss. When combined with a nutritious, plant-based… Read More: Intermittent fasting: Does a new study show downsides — or… »

Premature Relaxation of Social-Distancing Measures Undermines Gains Against COVID-19: US Study

Washington, October 6: A study by Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) has revealed that “premature” relaxation of the statewide physical-distancing measures that have been designed to control the COVID-19 pandemic have frequently resulted in an immediate reversal of public health gains against SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes the disease. According to the study, published in journal… Read More: Premature Relaxation of Social-Distancing Measures Undermines Gains Against COVID-19: US… »

You gotta be kitten me: Study says cats are not fed enough times

A new study has revealed some a-meow-zing new purr-spectives on cats and their dietary needs. New research from animal nutrition specialists at the University of Guelph, in Ontario, Canada, found that cats who are fed one big meal each day may be more satisfied and beg for food less than cats fed multiple smaller meals.… Read More: You gotta be kitten me: Study says cats are not… »

AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine study put on hold due to suspected adverse reaction in UK participant

Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca will put an experimental coronavirus vaccine study on hold in America after a participant in the United Kingdom faced an apparent serious adverse reaction, according to a report. The Anglo-Swedish company’s “standard review process triggered a pause to vaccination to allow review of safety data,” an AstraZeneca spokesperson said. CORONAVIRUS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW… Read More: AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine study put on hold due to suspected… »