Is a monotonous diet bad for general health?
The human gut contains many bacteria which together are called the microbiota. Different types of microbiota can have different (positive or negative) metabolic effects. The composition of the microbiota is influenced by factors such as the diet. Therefore, the metabolic effects of different diets may be partly regulated through their effect on the microbiota.
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Do older adults have impaired protein digestion and absorption?
During ageing, muscle and strength are progressively lost. This process of losing muscle with age is called sarcopenia.
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Does the price of food and drinks influence their taste?
Expectations can greatly influence the perceived experience, which is also known as the placebo effect. Expectations of food or drinks may be affected by their price tag, which may then influence the perceived taste.
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How do testosterone injections affect muscle growth?
Testosterone is commonly called the male hormone. Among its many functions, it’s involved in the regulation of muscle mass. Testosterone levels naturally differ between people. However, such individual differences have little impact on muscle mass, as long as testosterone is in a healthy range.
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Can hot beverages increase the risk of throat cancer?
Hot beverages, such as tea and coffee, are very popular in a lot of cultures. However, it may be best to not drink them while they are still very hot.
This study investigated whether drinking very hot tea increased the risk of developing throat cancer. First, subject’s tea drinking habits such as drinking temperature were measured. Then, the subjects were observed for around 10 years to record if they developed throat cancer.
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