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Korean Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods Increase Disease Risk in Obese Kids

Korean Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods Increase Disease Risk in Obese Kids

Seoul, South Korea – As diets increasingly shift towards convenience-driven options, a new study from the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) sounds an urgent alarm: ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are taking a toll on the health of South Korea's youth, especially those struggling with obesity. This research, spearheaded

How Socioeconomic Disparities Shape Stomach Cancer Risks

How Socioeconomic Disparities Shape Stomach Cancer Risks

South Korea faces a growing public health challenge: it has one of the highest rates of stomach cancer globally. While this disease has many contributing factors, one of the most significant is the country’s traditional diet, which is rich in salt-heavy, fermented foods like kimchi, soybean pastes, and pickled

How Shared Meals Could Impact Couples' Brains and Lives

How Shared Meals Could Impact Couples' Brains and Lives

As couples spend time together, they inevitably begin to influence each other’s habits, tastes, and even emotional patterns. But could sharing meals over time also lead to a deeper, more subtle form of influence—on their brain function, mood, and overall health? According to recent research in neuroscience, nutrition,

How Asia is Battling Dementia

How Asia is Battling Dementia

In "Picnic (2024)," a poignant Korean film, a group of elderly friends embarks on a simple outing to a scenic park—a ritual that should be filled with joy and nostalgia. Yet, as they wander through the lush greenery, the cracks in their memories begin to show. The

How Selective Isolation is Redefining Personal Growth

How Selective Isolation is Redefining Personal Growth

On a brisk autumn morning in Seoul, Minju Kim carefully zipped up her suitcase. The small studio apartment she was leaving behind, nestled in a bustling neighborhood filled with cafes and convenience stores, had once been her sanctuary—an oasis amid the frenetic pace of city life. But as she

Makgeolli With Modern Health Benefits for Your Gut

Makgeolli With Modern Health Benefits for Your Gut

The importance of the gut microbiome has become a central focus in contemporary medical and nutritional research. The gut microbiome, comprising trillions of microorganisms, plays a critical role in digestion, immune function, and even mental health. In this context, Makgeolli, a traditional Korean rice wine, stands out not only for

Stress: The Invisible Epidemic Leaking Through Skin

Stress: The Invisible Epidemic Leaking Through Skin

Imagine you're in a crowded room, feeling relatively calm, when suddenly, you start to feel an inexplicable sense of anxiety. You glance around and notice others seem tense too. Could their stress be affecting you? Increasingly, scientists argue that stress is not just an internal battle but a