Sea life ‘facing major shock’
24 AUG 2012 Life in the world’s oceans faces far greater change and risk of large-scale extinctions than at any previous time in human history, a team of the world’s…
Scientists find protein that promotes cancers, heart disease; create substance to block its effects
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 21, 2012 — Strong scientific evidence suggests that high levels of a blood protein called galectin-3 may increase the risk of heart attacks, cancer and other diseases, and…
In your future: More healthful foods to nourish the non-human you
" the non-human cells that comprise 80 percent of the cells in the typical person " PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 21, 2012 — The focus of nutrition for good health is quietly shifting…
New form of long-used food ingredient for ‘anti-hunger’ yogurts, smoothies
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 21, 2012 — Promising results were reported here today from a proof-of-concept clinical trial of an “anti-hunger” ingredient for yogurt, fruit shakes, smoothies and other foods that would…
Antibiotic use in infants before 6 months associated with being overweight in childhood
New York City (August 21, 2012) – Treating very young infants with antibiotics may predispose them to being overweight in childhood, according to a study of more than 10,000 children…
Acai counteracts oxidative stress, lengthens lifespan in fruit flies
24 AUG 2012 Bewildered by the array of antioxidant fruit juices on display in the supermarket and the promises they make? To sort out the antioxidant properties of fruits and…
Study shows long term effects of radiation in pediatric cancer patients
August 21, 2012 By Garth Sundem Leave a Comment For many pediatric cancer patients, total body irradiation (TBI) is a necessary part of treatment during bone marrow transplant– it’s a…
First evidence from humans on how alcohol may boost risk of cancer
" about 30 percent of people of Asian descent ― almost 1.6 billion people ― have a variant of the alcohol dehydrogenase gene and are unable to metabolize alcohol to acetate"…
With a little training, signs of schizophrenia are averted
24 Aug 2012 Animals that literally have holes in their brains can go on to behave as normal adults if they’ve had the benefit of a little cognitive training in…
Potency of statins linked to muscle side effects
24 AUG 2012 These include commonly reported problems such as pain and weakness, as well as life-threatening muscle breakdown, known as rhabdomyolysis. Statin myopathies can significantly increase pain and injury…
Menopause evolved to prevent competition between in-laws
24 AUG 2012 The menopause evolved, in part, to prevent competition between a mother and her new daughter-in-law, according to research published today (23 August 2012) in the journal Ecology…
Thinking about kids? Men need to shed the kilos
22 Aug 2012 Melbourne scientists studying the impact obesity has on pregnancy, are urging men to get ‘match fit’ before conceiving to assist with fetal development. Reproductive experts from the…
Green tea compound shows promise for tackling cancer – 40% of both types of tumour vanished
24 AUG 2012 A compound found in green tea could be a weapon in treatments for tackling cancer, according to newly-published research at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland.…
How does body temperature reset the biological clock? It can save your life
24 AUG 2012 - " 'Certain antitumor drugs administered to sick mice in the morning lead to a 100% mortality, while the rodents receiving the same dose in the evening…
Can action movies make you fat?
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VccDxIhWok] - - “People who were watching The Island ate almost twice as many snacks – 98% more than those watching the talk show!” * Published in the Journal…
Study: Oxidized LDL might actually be ‘good guy’
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZlGDZdw5pA] - “Based on our analysis, we were surprised to find that, instead of increasing the amount of cholesterol uptake and accumulation in the macrophage foam cells, mildly oxidized…
Not enough vitamin B1 can cause brain damage
"the diagnosis is missed on clinical examination in 75 to 80 percent of cases" Toxins and other metabolic disorders also can cause encephalopathy MAYWOOD, Ill – (Sept. 11, 2014) A…
Gut microbes determine how well the flu vaccine works
Public Release: 11-Sep-2014 Annual flu epidemics cause millions of cases of severe illness and up to half a million deaths every year around the world, despite widespread vaccination programs.…
Exercise before school may reduce ADHD symptoms in kids
Paying attention all day in school as a kid isn’t easy, especially for those who are at a higher risk of ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. A new study…
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