Intellectual work induces excessive calorie intake September 04, 2008 | User rating: 4.9 / 5 after 7 vote(s)
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A Université Laval research team has demonstrated that intellectual work induces a substantial increase in calorie intake. The details of this discovery, which could go some way to explaining the current obesity epidemic, ... | |
Consumption of nuts, corn or popcorn not associated with increased risk of diverticulosis in men August 26, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 6 vote(s)
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Contrary to a common recommendation to avoid eating popcorn, nuts and corn to prevent diverticular complications, a large prospective study of men indicates that the consumption of these foods does not increase the risk of ... | |
World-first trial proves exercise helps memory September 02, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 16 vote(s)
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West Australian health experts are urging older people to get active after proving for the first time that just 20 minutes of activity each day can prevent memory deterioration. | |
Low vitamin D levels pose large threat to health August 11, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 20 vote(s)
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Researchers at Johns Hopkins are reporting what is believed to be the most conclusive evidence to date that inadequate levels of vitamin D, obtained from milk, fortified cereals and exposure to sunlight, lead to substantially ... | |
Olive leaf extract can help tackle high blood pressure and cholesterol August 27, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 12 vote(s)
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Taking 1000mg of a specific olive leaf extract (EFLA®943) can lower cholesterol and lower blood pressure in patients with mild hypertension (high blood pressure). These findings came from a 'Twins' trial, in which different ... | |
 Sharp unveils new anti-bird flu air purifier August 27, 2008 | User rating: 4.7 / 5 after 7 vote(s)
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Japan's Sharp Corp. said Wednesday that it has developed an air purifier that eliminates 99.9 percent of the virulent H5N1 strain of bird flu within 10 minutes. | |
 Lack of Energy in Old Age Might Not Just Be Normal Part of Aging August 11, 2008 | User rating: 4.7 / 5 after 13 vote(s)
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"Old and tired" is such a common phrase, it’s no surprise that a new study in the Journal of Gerontology has found that almost 1 in 5 senior citizens report they have so little energy that they spend most ... | |
Eat oily fish at least once a week to protect your eyesight in old age August 08, 2008 | User rating: 4.7 / 5 after 16 vote(s)
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Eating oily fish once a week may reduce age-related macular degeneration (AMD) which is the major cause of blindness and poor vision in adults in western countries and the third cause of global blindness, according to a study ... | |
Two-egg diet cracks cholesterol issue August 28, 2008 | User rating: 4.7 / 5 after 82 vote(s)
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Research published in The European Journal of Nutrition this week has finally cracked the myths surrounding eggs and cholesterol. The new study showed that people who ate two eggs per day, while on ... | |
A therapy for baby boomers to sleep on August 15, 2008 | User rating: 4.6 / 5 after 11 vote(s)
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If you're over 55 and have spent more than a few sleepless nights, you're not alone -- insomnia affects about half of all people over 55 -- but you may also be at increased risk for physical and mental ailments. | |
Causes for Sexual Dysfunction Change as People Age: Earlier experiences with multiple partners and STDs take their toll August 13, 2008 | User rating: 4.6 / 5 after 13 vote(s)
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Sexual dysfunction is not an inevitable part of aging, but it is strongly related a number of factors, such as mental and physical health, demographics and lifetime experiences, many of which are interrelated, ... | |
Pill that boosts productivity gaining favor, raising concerns among medical ethicists September 05, 2008 | User rating: 4.6 / 5 after 26 vote(s)
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In a place like Silicon Valley, where career prospects often hinge on a person's intelligence and ability to work hellishly long hours, "brain doping" probably was inevitable. | |
Student study unmasks sushi scandal in New York August 23, 2008 | User rating: 4.6 / 5 after 28 vote(s)
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A fourth of the fish for sale in New York City markets and sushi restaurants is mislabeled, a study launched by two high school students has found. | |
Even without dementia, mental skills decline years before death August 27, 2008 | User rating: 4.5 / 5 after 8 vote(s)
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A new study shows that older people's mental skills start declining years before death, even if they don't have dementia. The study is published in the August 27, 2008, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal ... | |
New study reveals higher protein breakfast may help dieters stay on track September 03, 2008 | User rating: 4.4 / 5 after 9 vote(s)
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A new study published online today in the British Journal of Nutrition found that timing of dietary protein intake affects feelings of fullness throughout the day. The study concluded that when people ate high-quality ... | |
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