appetite : Science World Report

May 23, 2016 06:40 AM EDT

When You Lack Sleep, You Can't Resist Chips, Candies, Cookies -- Here's Why

Lack of sleep has always been linked to poor diet, weight gain and overeating.

Feb 23, 2016 08:00 AM EST

Eating Chocolate May Boost Brain Power

New findings published in the journal Appetite reveal that eating chocolate may lead to better brain function.

Feb 19, 2016 10:29 PM EST

Teething Is Not Linked To Fever, New Study Says

New findings published in the journal Pediatrics show that a baby's fever is likely not from teething, as some previous research has suggested.

Jan 12, 2016 09:03 AM EST

Mothers' Appetites Keep Size Of Wild Animals' Groups In Check

A recent study found that a mother's appetite impacts the appetites of their offspring and may protect animals during times of population boom.

Dec 15, 2015 06:31 PM EST

Hunger Hormone 'Ghrelin' Is Boosted By Restricted Meal Times

The "hunger hormone" ghrelin helps rats with restricted feeding schedules learn to eat more, according to a recent study.

Oct 14, 2015 11:54 AM EDT

If You're A Psychopath, You Might Prefer Your Coffee Black: Here's Why

Want your coffee black? Black like your heart! (Wait, what?)

Aug 25, 2015 10:25 PM EDT

Diet Heavy In Red Meat Increases Appetite, Disease Risk

New findings published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation show that a diet heavy in red meat may not only increase overall appetite, but also risk of disease.

Jun 30, 2015 05:01 PM EDT

Alcohol Consumption Increases Appetite In Females

New findings published in the journal Obesity reveal that women who are drinking alcohol may also be more likely to eat more as alcohol exposure sensitizes the brain's response to food aromas, increasing caloric intake.

May 13, 2015 04:18 PM EDT

Obesity Treatment Helps Suppress Hunger With Hormone Combination

New findings published in ACS' Journal of Medicinal Chemistry discuss how scientists have discovered a hormone-like compound that helps suppress hunger and boost satiety, or the feelings of fullness, all at the same time.

May 20, 2014 10:18 AM EDT

Paleo Diet May Not Suppress Your Appetite: Testing Your Gut Bacteria

Most people have heard about the "paleo" diet, which is supposed to mimic the same diet that early mankind indulged in. Now, scientists are taking a closer look at this diet, and have found that it's not necessarily the appetite suppressor that some people claim it is.