Coffee is the most widely consumed beverage in developed countries, mainly in Europe and the United States. On average, a person consumes 1.3 kilograms of coffee worldwide. Those who consume the most coffee are the Finns (12 kilograms per person per year), followed by the Norwegians (almost 10 kg per person), the Swedes (8.4 kg) and the Dutch (8.2).
A study that has just been published in the journal PNAS concludes that the populations of tunas and tuna-like species have decreased by 60% on average worldwide in the last half century. The most affected are cold-water tunas, such as Atlantic bluefin tuna and southern bluefin tuna, which have decreased by up to 80%.
Drinking at least a glass of milk a day could have a positive effect on the brain and mental performance, according to a study published in the International Dairy Journal. The researchers found that adults who drank more milk and dairy products scored significantly higher on tests of memory and brain function than those who drank little or no milk.
A study carried out by researchers from the Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM) reveals that the consumption of foods fried in olive or sunflower oil is not related to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease or premature death. The findings are published in the British Medical Journal (BMC).
Eating a handful of nuts provides more antioxidants than the daily serving of fruits and vegetables, say the authors of a study from the University of Scranton that has compared the amount of these compounds present in nine types of nuts and roasts.
Because they provide our body with a high number of vitamins -especially A and C-, and a normally low amount of calories. The American Heart Association especially advises the intake of vegetable soup for its hydrating ability, as it helps the body balance its need for water.
In 2011, Denmark was the first country to apply a tax on fats. Now France has announced that, as of next January 1, it will apply a new tax on sugary and sweetened soft drinks. The rate will be levied at 7.16 euros for each hectoliter of soft drink.
The United States military has developed a sandwich that fights bacteria and fungi and keeps "fresh" for up to two years. To achieve this, a team of researchers at the Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center has used a three-pronged strategy: lower the pH, bind the water to another element so that microbes cannot use it, and add water filings to the wrapper. Iron that trap oxygen so it is not available for bacteria, yeast, and fungi to grow.
Danni Büchner is invited to Sam Dylan's Halloween party. But the "Goodbye Germany" emigrant has no desire for many other party guests. And find clear words.
